Pass

Gogo Food Market

1800 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60623

Grocery Store ZIP 60623 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of Jun 1, 2026

Gogo Food Market was last inspected on June 1, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 2 violations.

Latest inspection

June 1, 2026 · Canvass Re-Inspection

Pass

Result: Pass

2 general
  • GeneralFood handling

    Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.

    Inspector’s note: 4-903.11(a;c) observed single service articles not inverted in prep area. Instructed manager to invert all single service articles to protect from contamination.

    Official wording (code 45)

    Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

    Inspector’s note: 4-101.17 observed raw wood surfaces on floor and shelving behind front counter. Instructed manager to seal all raw wood surfaces to make smooth and easily cleanable.

    Official wording (code 47)

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

Inspection history

20 inspections on record

  1. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical5 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed handwashing sink in prep area not accessible for handwashing filled with cleaning equipment, bleach, dish soap and not properly draining. Instructed manager to remove all items and properly repair handwashing sink in prep area. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c) citation issued

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFood handling

      Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed single service articles not inverted in prep area. Instructed manager to invert all single service articles to protect from contamination.

      Official wording (code 45)

      Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed raw wood surfaces on floor and shelving behind front counter. Instructed manager to seal all raw wood surfaces to make smooth 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: Observed grease buildup and food debris on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment, shelving units, prep tables, coolers, freezers. Instructed manager 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: Observed leaking drainpipe under 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager 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: Observed grease spills and food debris on floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep area. Observed grease and dust buildup on ceiling vents and ceiling tiles in prep area. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  2. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    6 general2 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed rear exterior door with 1/4in space at bottom. Instructed person in charge to install door sweep on outside.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed spills and food debris on interior of cold hold units and prep tables. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed build up on toilet bowl and faucet for handsink in restroom. Instructed person in charge to clean 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: Observed hole in bathroom wall. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain smooth and easily cleanable.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed excessive clutter in rear storage are, items unneccessary to establishment (tires, unused racks, etc). Instructed person in charge to organize and maintain area clutter free for the prevention of pest harborage.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed excessive grease build up on filters in hood system above grill. Instructed person in charge to detail clean 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: Observed no food handler certificates on site. Instructed person in charge that any food handler employees must obtain food handler training.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no allergen training certificate on site. Instructed person in charge to obtain allergen training and retain certificate on site.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  3. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed not-in-use equipment located inside the prep area in need of cleaning. Instructed to clean interior and exterior surfaces 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: Observed ceiling tile in front of facility damaged and water-stained tiles in rear or facility, instructed to replace.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  4. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    4 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed excessive accumulated dust on the condensor in the walk in cooler. Instructed to clean.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed unused cooking equipment and refrigeration, as well as mechanical equipment being stored in facility. Instructed to remove 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 debris on floors along walls and corners in utility and storage areas. Instructed manager 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: Observed multiple damaged or missing tiles in ceiling throughout premises. Instructed person in charge to repair/replace and maintain at all times.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no food handler certificates on site at time of inspection. Instructed all employees must complete food handler training and maintain records thereof on site at all times.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  5. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    5 critical7 general2 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no verifiable employee health policy on site at time of inspection. Instructed to maintain copies of verifiable health policy signed by all employees on site at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010. 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: Observed no kit and procedure on site for responding to vomit and diarrhea at time of inspection. Instructed to maintain kit containing all necessary supplies including a sanitizer rated as effective against norovirus on site at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. 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: Observed no hand soap available at handsink in prep/diswashing area. Instructed to provide handsoap at all times. (corrected on site-manager provided soap) priority foundation violation 7-38-030 (c) citation issued

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no paper towels at handsink in prep/diswashing area. Instructed to maintain paper towels at all exposed hand washing sinks at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). Citation combined with above violation.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed exposed hand washing sink in prep/diswashing area rendered inaccessible by bottle of soda being placed inside it. Instructed to maintain all exposed hand washing sinks open and accessible for hand washing. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). Citation combined with above violations.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no food temperature measuring device on site. Instd to provide and maintain on site. Priority foundation 7-38-005.citation issued

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed excessive accumulated dust on the condensor in the walk in cooler. Instructed to clean.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed floor tiles in poor repair behind service counter and on sales floor.must repair or replace and maintain.observed stained ceiling tiles throughout premises. Observed leak in the ceiling in the rear storage area. Must repair or 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: Observed unused cooking equipment and refrigeration, as well as mechanical equipment being stored in facility. Instructed to remove 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 soiled mop heads not properly stored. Instructed manager to hang mop heads to prevent insect breeding.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed debris on floors along walls and corners in utility and storage areas. Instructed manager 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: Observed multiple damaged or missing tiles in ceiling throughout premises. Instructed person in charge to repair/replace and maintain at all times.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no food handler certificates on site at time of inspection. Instructed all employees must complete food handler training and maintain records thereof on site at all times.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no allergen training on site at time of inspection. Instructed all employees holding city of chicago foodservice manager certificates must complete allergen training and maintain records thereof on site at all times.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  6. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    2 general2 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed multiple damaged or missing tiles in ceiling throughout premises. Instructed person in charge to repair/replace and maintain at all times.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed exhaust not working in restroom. Instructed person in charge to repair 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: Observed no food handler training certificate on site for employees on duty. Instructed person in charge to provide and maintain documentation on site.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no allergen training for certified manager on site at time of inspection. Instructed person in charge to obtain and maintain documentation on-site.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  7. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    6 general2 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 30 dropping underneath counter in rear prep area, observed approximately 20 dropping in walk in cooler area, observed approximately 15 droppings next to ice freezer area. Instructed person in charge to clean and sanitize all areas and maintain priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a) citation issued.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed door to restroom to not be self closing at this time. Instructed person in charge to provide self-closing mechanism and maintain at all times.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed lid missing from one compartment of dumpster. Instructed person in charge to repair/replace and maintain at all times.

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed multiple damaged or missing tiles in ceiling throughout premises. Instructed person in charge to repair/replace and maintain at all times.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed exhaust not working in restroom. Instructed person in charge to repair and 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: Observed the following core violations from report #2303852 dated july 30, 2019 still not in compliance: #38 6-202.15: observed 1/4 in gap at the bottom of the front door of the facility. Instructed that doors should be tight fitting to prevent pest harborage. #49 4-601.11(c): observed excessive grease and food debris build up on wheel bases,microwave,grill table,prep table,fryer cabinet,walk in cooler shelving units and fanguard covers,garbage cans,mopsink basin.#55 6-501.114:observed unused cooking equipment and refrigeration, as well as mechanical equipment being stored in the rear storage area. Instructed to remove and maintain. Prioroty foundation violation 7-42-090 citation issued

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no food handler training certificate on site for employees on duty. Instructed person in charge to provide and maintain documentation on site.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no allergen training for certified manager on site at time of inspection. Instructed person in charge to obtain and maintain documentation on-site.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  8. No Entry

    Non-Inspection · No Entry

    No violations

  9. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    3 critical4 general Show violations
    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: The following tcs foods at improper cold holding temperatures in dislay ccooler and offered for sale: cooked ground beef 64.9f, raw ground beef 54.1f, blocks of cheese 52.1f, hot dogs 52.3f, deli meat (ham) at 53.1f, and nacho cheese. 52.9f. All product voluntarily discarded and denatured at this time. Approx 50lbs $400 value. Instd to maintain cold foods at 41f or below at all times. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

    • CriticalFood temperature

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

      Inspector’s note: Variety of foods not properly labeled or dated (cooked ground beef, opened deli meats, opened containers of nacho cheese, etc). Refrigerated, ready to eat tcs food prepared and held for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the day or date by which food shall be sold or discarded for a maximum of 7 days or an approved procedure in place. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • CriticalFood temperature

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

      Inspector’s note: Display cooler currently in use, unable to maintain propred cold holding temperatures, internal air temperature at 54.0f. Condensor of unit is encased in ice. Display cooler tagged and held for inspection at this time. Cooler can not be used until reinspected by cdph and able to maintain 41f or below. Citation issued 7-38-005. Priority violation. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 33)

      Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-202.15: observed 1/4 in gap at the bottom of the front door of the facility. Instructed that doors should be tight fitting to prevent pest harborage.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed excessive grease and food debris build up on wheel bases,microwave,grill table,prep table,fryer cabinet,walk in cooler shelving units and fanguard covers,garbage cans,mopsink basin.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed floor tiles in poor repair behind service counter and on sales floor.must repair or replace and maintain.observed stained ceiling tiles throughout premises-----observed leak in the ceiling in the rear storage area. Must repair or 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: Observed unused cooking equipment and refrigeration, as well as mechanical equipment being stored in the rear storage area. Instructed to remove and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  10. Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical5 general Show violations
    • CriticalFood temperature

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed tcs foods (ham, turkey, sliced tomatoes) with no date marking and disposition. Instructed that all tcs foods prepared on premises and held for over 24 hours must have date marking and/or disposition priority foundation violation 7-38-005 no citation issued.

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no metal stem thermometer during inspection. Instructed to provide priority foundation violation 7-38-005 no citation issued

      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 1/4 in gap at the bottom of the front door of the facility. Instructed that doors should be tight fitting to prevent pest harborage.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed excessive grease and food debris build up on wheel bases,microwave,grill table,prep table,fryer cabinet,walk in cooler shelving units and fanguard covers,garbage cans,mopsink basin.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed floor tiles in poor repair behind service counter and on sales floor.must repair or replace and maintain.observed stained ceiling tiles throughout premises-----observed leak in the ceiling in the rear storage area. Must repair or 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: Observed unused cooking equipment and refrigeration, as well as mechanical equipment being stored in the rear storage area. Instructed to remove and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  11. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    4 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 employees health policy to view. Must provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010 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: Observed no clean-up policy procedures for vomiting and diarrhea. Must provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 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: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AT THE HAND SINK IN THE BATHROOM. INSTRUCTED THAT THERE MUST BE PAPER TOWELS AT THE HAND SINK AT ALL TIMES. PIC PROVIDED HAND TOWELS UPON REQUEST. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(c) CITATION ISSUED.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFood temperature

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed tcs foods (ham, turkey, sliced tomatoes) with no date marking and disposition. Instructed that all tcs foods prepared on premises and held for over 24 hours must have date marking and/or disposition priority foundation violation 7-38-005 no citation issued.

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no metal stem thermometer during inspection. Instructed to provide priority foundation violation 7-38-005 no citation issued

      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 1/4 in gap at the bottom of the front door of the facility. Instructed that doors should be tight fitting to prevent pest harborage.

      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 APPROX 25 MOUSE DROPPING BEHIND THE ICE MACHINE AND APPROX 20 MOUSE DROPPINGS BETWEEN THE 2-DOOR REFRIGERATION UNIT AND REACH IN BEVERAGE UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO CALL OUT PEST CONTROL, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(a) CITATION ISSUED.

      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: Observed black milk crates being used to elevate and store food items. Instructed to remove and replace with food grade materials.

      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: Observed no chemical test strips during inspection. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation violation 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: Observed excessive grease and food debris build up on wheel bases,microwave,grill table,prep table,fryer cabinet,walk in cooler shelving units and fanguard covers,garbage cans,mopsink basin.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed floor tiles in poor repair behind service counter and on sales floor.must repair or replace and maintain.observed stained ceiling tiles throughout premises-----observed leak in the ceiling in the rear storage area. Must repair or 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: Observed unused cooking equipment and refrigeration, as well as mechanical equipment being stored in the rear storage area. Instructed to remove 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 no certified manager on duty during inspection. Instructed that a certified manager should be on duty at all times while tcs foods are being served and prepared. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012 citation issued.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

  12. Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · 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: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICY TO VIEW.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

      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: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURES FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO PROBE OR REFRIGERATOR (PREP COOLER)THERMOMETERS .MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS ON TOP OF CUTTING BOARDS.MUST STORE PROPERLY AND 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: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED FOIL LINED ON LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLE.MUST REMOVE AND BE SMOOTH AND ESAILY CLEANABLE.OBSERVED RUST ON LOWER SHELF OF FOILED TABLE.MUST REMOVE AND BE SMOOTH 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: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON WHEEL BASES,MICROWAVE,GRILL TABLE,PREP TABLE,FRYER CABINET,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS AND FANGUARD COVERS,GARBAGE CANS,MOPSINK BASIN.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED FLOOR TILES IN POOR REPAIR BEHIND SERVICE COUNTER AND ON SALES FLOOR.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGOUT PREMISES .MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  13. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    2 critical10 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICY TO VIEW.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

      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: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURES FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO PROBE OR REFRIGERATOR (PREP COOLER)THERMOMETERS .MUST 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: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX.40 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS IN LOWER VANITY AT HAND SINK IN PREP AREA,UNDER POP AND NON-FOOD ITEMS DISPLAY UNIT ON SALES FLOOR AND 3- DEAD DECAYED RODENTS ON GLUE BOARDS.APPX. 4-6 LIVE LARGE FLIES AND 8-10 LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND PREMISES.MUST REMOVE DEAD RODENTS AND DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 7/9/18.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020A)

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS ON TOP OF CUTTING BOARDS.MUST STORE PROPERLY AND MAINTAIN.

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFood handling

      Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON OVERHEAD DISH STORAGE SHELF IN UPRIGHT POSITION.MUST INVERT.

      Official wording (code 45)

      Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED FOIL LINED ON LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLE.MUST REMOVE AND BE SMOOTH AND ESAILY CLEANABLE.OBSERVED RUST ON LOWER SHELF OF FOILED TABLE.MUST REMOVE AND BE SMOOTH 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: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON WHEEL BASES,MICROWAVE,GRILL TABLE,PREP TABLE,FRYER CABINET,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS AND FANGUARD COVERS,GARBAGE CANS,MOPSINK BASIN.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES AND UNDER DISPLAY SHELVES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.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: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED FLOOR TILES IN POOR REPAIR BEHIND SERVICE COUNTER AND ON SALES FLOOR.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGOUT PREMISES .MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHT AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUID UP ON HOOD AND FILTERS AT COOKING EQUIPMENT.MUST CLEAN 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: Violation Codes: 2-102.12 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (ITALIAN BEEF,SLICED CORNED BEEF,CHEESE SAUCE,ETC)MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

  14. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    3 critical11 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 employees health policy to view.must provide and maintain.

      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 clean-up policy procedures for vomiting and diarrheal.must provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hand drying devices at hand sinks in prep area and staff toiletroom.hand drying device was provided during inspection.must provide and maintain at all times.(priority foundation 7-38-030c)

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no probe or refrigerator (prep cooler)thermometers .must 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: Observed evidence of appx.40 or more rodent droppings in lower vanity at hand sink in prep area,under pop and non-food items display unit on sales floor and 3- dead decayed rodents on glue boards.appx. 4-6 live large flies and 8-10 live small flies flying around premises.must remove dead rodents and droppings,clean and sanitize areas.recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 7/9/18.(priority foundation 7-38-020a)

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed soiled wiping cloths on top of cutting boards.must store properly and maintain.

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFood handling

      Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed multiuse utensils on overhead dish storage shelf in upright position.must invert.

      Official wording (code 45)

      Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed foil lined on lower shelf of prep table.must remove and be smooth and esaily cleanable.observed rust on lower shelf of foiled table.must remove and be smooth 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: Observed excessive grease and food debris build up on wheel bases,microwave,grill table,prep table,fryer cabinet,walk in cooler shelving units and fanguard covers,garbage cans,mopsink basin.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed 3- compartment sink grease trap overflowing from the top lid with grease and food dberis and a foul smelling odor and pooling on to floor.must repair and maintain.(priority 7-38-030c)

      Official wording (code 52)

      Sewage & waste water properly disposed

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed floor tiles in poor repair behind service counter and on sales floor.must repair or replace and maintain.observed stained ceiling tiles througout premises .must repair or replace.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed excessive grease and food debris build up on floor along wall bases and under display shelves throughout premises.must clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Must replace burnt out light at hood of cooking equipment.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed excessive grease and food debris buid up on hood and filters at cooking equipment.must clean 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 certified food manager on duty while tcs foods are being prepared,handled and served such as (italian beef,sliced corned beef,cheese sauce,etc)must be on site at all times.(priority foundation 7-38-012)

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

  15. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

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    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed standing water on floor, behind frozen food freezer in front display area. Instructed manager 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: Observed dust accumulation on vent cover(s), above exposed hand sink in deli station and in food prep area. Instructed manager to clean. Observed excessive grease buildup on hood vents, directly above flat grill station as well as interior compartments of both deep fryers. Instructed manager to detail clean. Observed stained ceiling title, directly above front counter display window, on customer side. Instructed manager to replace. Maintain at all times.

  16. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

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    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed grey cat on premise, in front office area, directly next to food prep area. Office area housed litter box, bedding and food for cat, as well. Manager corrected violation during inspection. Instructed manager to remove. Maintain at all times. Serious violation #7-38-005 (a)

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed garbage dumpster missing lid. Instructed manager to contact waste management company to install missing lid for dumpster. Serious violation #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 standing water on floor, behind frozen food freezer in front display area. Instructed manager 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: Observed dust accumulation on vent cover(s), above exposed hand sink in deli station and in food prep area. Instructed manager to clean. Observed excessive grease buildup on hood vents, directly above flat grill station as well as interior compartments of both deep fryers. Instructed manager to detail clean. Observed stained ceiling title, directly above front counter display window, on customer side. Instructed manager to replace. Maintain at all times.

  17. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed raw wood storage shelves, and table, instructed to seal.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the cutting boards, slicer, prep table not clean, instructed to clean and sanitize. Also clean interior of coolers, fryer doors,and microwave.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed wall mounted sink in restroom starting to come apart from the wall. 1/2' gap in wall, instructed to repair.also clean ceiling vents.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed employee without hairnets on at this time, instructed to provide.

  18. Pass

    License · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed deli meats in a plastic container located in the deli display without labels containing product name and date. Instructed to properly label all bulk food that are out of the original packaging.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed soap dispensers mounted over the 3 compartment sink. Instructed to remove dispensers and to mount soap dispensers next to the hand washing sink in order to prevent contanmination when washing hands.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated dust/grease on the hood located over the cooking equipment. Instructed to clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed floors in need of detail cleaning under the 3 compartment sink and around grease trap. Instructed to clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no light shields on the light bulbs in the deli display. Instructed to provide light shields and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no backflow prevention device on the mop sink located in the rear. Instructed to provide and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed unused crates/racks, old grease container, boards, and tall weeds in the outside rear of facility. Instructed to remove unused equipment, remove unneccessary clutter and tall weeds in order to prevent pest harborage. Observed chemicals stored with dry stock on the shelfs in the rear. Instructed to maintain a designated space for storing chemicals only.

  19. Not Ready

    License · Not Ready

    No violations

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