Griddle 24

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Jul 29, 2026 Fail

   Complaint · Fail

   4 critical4 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed exposed handwashing sink in rear prep area made inacessible by 2 buckets being placed in washbasin. Instructed to maintain all exposed handwashing sinks in an open and accessible manner. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalFood handling

     Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

     Inspector’s note: Observed build up of pink and black slime in interior ice machine used to produce ice for human consumption. Instructed to remove ice, detail clean, sanitize, and maintain in good condition. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 16)

     Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the following tcs items held at the stated improper temperatures inside drawer cooler located under grill on cook line: deli meat at 46.5f, beef at 50.9f, and beef at 51.9f. Management discarded apprroximately 5lbs of product valued at approximately $50. Instructed to maintain all tcs items at or below 41f at all times. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 22)

     Proper cold holding temperatures

   • CriticalFood temperature

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed drawer cooler underneath grill containing tcs items such as deli meat and beef maintaining an improper ambient temperature of 51.2f. Cooler tagged and held for inspection. Instructed to repair or replace cooler and maintain all coolers at or below 41f. Priority violation.

     Official wording (code 33)

     Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no thermometer inside walk-in cooler in rear prep area. Instructed to provide.

     Official wording (code 36)

     Thermometers provided & accurate

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no covered trash receptacle inside employee toilet room located in basement. Instructed to provide.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed heavy build up of food debris, grease, grime, and dirt underneath equipment on cook line and throughout dish area. Instructed to detail clean and maintain in good condition.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed build up of dust on fans in walk-in cooler. Instructed to clean and maintain in good condition.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

2. Apr 2, 2026 Pass

   Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

   No violations

3. Mar 26, 2026 Fail

   Complaint · Fail

   2 critical4 general Show violations

   • CriticalFood handling

     Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

     Inspector’s note: Observed heavy build up of pink and black slime in interior of ice machine used to produce ice for human consumption. Instructed to remove ice, detail clean, sanitize, and maintain in good condition. 7-38-005. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 16)

     Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the following tcs items stored at the stated improper temperatures inside walk-in cooler: large pan of rice at 55.9f, large pan of rice at 49.3f, and large pan of rice at 57.2f. Management discarde approximately 20lbs of product valued at approximately $100. Instructed to maintain all tcs items at or below 41f at all times. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 22)

     Proper cold holding temperatures

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed 2 broken thermometers inside cooler located underneath waffle iron. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.

     Official wording (code 36)

     Thermometers provided & accurate

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed low water pressure at exposed handwashing sink located near ice machine. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good conditon.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed heavy build up of grease, grime, and food debris underneath prep table near ice machine and underneath equipement on cook line. Instructed to detail clean and maintain in good condition.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed heavy build up of dust on vent in basement employee toilet room. Instructed to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

4. Apr 7, 2025 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   2 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: 4-101.19: observed boxes stored on floor in basement and observed food items stored on milk crates in walk in cooler. Instructed to provide adequate shelving units to elevate all food and nonfood items at least six inches off of floor for ease of cleanability.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: 5-205.15: observed faucet at sanitizer compartment of three compartment sink leaking. Instructed to repair leaking faucet at three compartment sink and maintain.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: 2-102.13: observed one employee with city of chicago food service sanitation certificate with no allergen awareness training. Instructed to provide allergen awareness training for all employees with city of chicago food service sanitation certificates.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

5. Mar 31, 2025 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   3 critical6 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink in employee washroom in basement. Instructed hand drying provisions shall be provided at handwashing sinks at all times. Corrected on site paper towels provided at handwashing sink in employee washroom in basement before conclusion of inspection. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c) citation issued.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

     Inspector’s note: Observed cold tcs food(raw cracked eggs not in shell) held at improper temperature of 47.7f. Instructed all cold tcs food must be held at 41f or below. Corrected on site manager voluntarily discarded and denatured food valued at $50 weighing 10 lbs. Priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued.

     Official wording (code 22)

     Proper cold holding temperatures

   • CriticalFood handling

     No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no asterisk on specials menu identifying all animal derived foods that can be served raw, undercooked, cooked to order or contain raw or undercooked ingredients, observed no disclosure on specials menu stating that asterisked animal derived foods are served raw, undercooked, cooked to order or contain raw or undercooked ingredients and observed no reminder statement on specials menu. Instructed to add astersik to all animal derived foods on specials menu that can be served raw, undercooked, cooked to order or contain raw or undercooked ingredients, to add disclosure to specials menu stating that animal derived foods with an asterisk are served raw, undercooked, cooked to order or contain raw or undercooked ingredients and to add reminder statement to specials menu. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 no citation issued

     Official wording (code 25)

     Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed boxes stored on floor in basement and observe food items stored on milk crates in walk in cooler. Instructed to provide adequate shelving units to elevate all food and nonfood items at least six inches off of floor for ease of cleanability.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed drainpipe of sanitizer compartment leaking and observed faucet at sanitizer compartment leaking. Instructed to repair leaking drainpipe and laeking faucet at three compartment sink and maintain.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed grease exterior top of grease container. Instructed to clean exterior top of 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 openings in walls underneath wash compartment of three compartment sink. Instructed to smoothly repair openings in walls underneath wash compartment of three compartment sink for ease of cleanability.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed buildup in floor drains underneath dish machine and three compartment sink. Instructed to clean floor drains 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 black buildup on interior of hood above low temperature dish machine. Instructed to clean interior of hood above low temperature dish machine.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: Observed two employees with city of chicago food service sanitation certificates with no allergen awareness training. Instructed to provide allergen awareness training for all employees with city of chicago food service sanitation certificates.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

6. Jun 17, 2024 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   1 critical4 general Show violations

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the following tcs food items at improper cold-holding temperatures: liquid raw eggs at 51.5f in the main line 2-door reach-in cooler, raw beef at 46.7f in the small grill drawer cooler, mashed potatoes at 45.7f in the main kitchen line cooler. Instructed to denature and discard tcs food items out of temperature. Person-in-charge denatured and discarded food items at time of inspection. Approximately 25 lbs. Valued approximately $50.00 discarded on-site. Priority violation. 7-38-005 citation issued.

     Official wording (code 22)

     Proper cold holding temperatures

   • GeneralFood handling

     Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed damp wiping cloths stored on food prep surfaces/on handwashing sink splash guards in-between uses. Instructed to store used wiping cloths in approved sanitizer solution or maintain dry when used for wiping spills.

     Official wording (code 41)

     Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed single-service articles in boxes stored directly on the floor in the basement area. Instructed to relocate single-service items at least 6 inches above the floor and maintain.

     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 empty egg cartons and aluminum foil used to line nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment along the main cook line (small stove, griddle). Instructed to remove egg cartons and aluminum foil and maintain smooth and easily-cleanable nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment.

     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 oven racks in the rear area soiled with encrusted grease deposits. Instructed to clean and sanitize food-contact surfaces of equipment at adequate frequency to prevent build up of encrusted grease deposits and maintain.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

7. Apr 17, 2023 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   No violations

8. Mar 28, 2023 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   4 critical1 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: TEMPERATURE OF HOT WATER MEASURED AT 75F IN THE EMPLOYEE BASEMENT RESTROOM. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE WATER OF AT LEAST 100F THROUGH A MIXING VALVE OR COMBINATION FAUCET. EMPLOYEE REPAIRED HANDSINK AND IS NOW MAINTAINING A TEMPERATURE OF 100F. PRIORITY VIOLAITON 7-38-030 (c) CITATION ISSUED.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalFood handling

     Raw and ready-to-eat foods weren’t kept apart.

     Inspector’s note: Observed raw eggs stored on top shelf above ready to eat foods in the walk-in cooler. Discussed that ready to eat foods must be placed on top shelf above raw eggs. Employee reorganized walk-in cooler at time of inspection. Priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued.

     Official wording (code 15)

     Food separated and protected

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

     Inspector’s note: Temperature of raw eggs stored in cooler located on wire rack (near cookline hand sink) is at improper temperature. Raw eggs temperature measured at 50.4f. Approximately 3 pounds of eggs at an approximate cost of $50 was discarded on site. 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: Cooler located on wire rack (near cookline hand sink ambient air temperature measured above 50.f. All tcs foods have been discarded. Refer to violation #22. Cooler was tagged and held for inspection. Once unit has been repaired properly or replaced and maintaining a temperature of 41f and below. Facility must contact cdphfood@cityofchicago.org to have an inspector make a site. Cooler is now 41f and below. Priority violation citation 7-38-005 citaiton issused.

     Official wording (code 33)

     Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

   • GeneralFood handling

     Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: In-use wiping cloths are not stored properly. Found on prep surfaces. Cloths used to wipe surfaces and equipment shall be held in a proper sanitizer solution. Cloths in-use for wiping surfaces in contact with raw animal foods shall be kept separate from cloths used for other purposes. In-use cloths must be laundered dailiy.

     Official wording (code 41)

     Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

9. Feb 8, 2022 Conditional

   Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

   7 general Show violations

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed fly paper hung above box of onions in basement and cardboard boxes containing dry goods stored on floor near liquor room in basement. Instructed to move flypaper away from food and elevate boxes at least 6 inches off floor.

     Official wording (code 39)

     Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed build up of food debris and grime on can opener attached to utility table in rear prep area. Instructed to detail clean or replace and maintain in good condition.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed 2 cutting boards in rear prep area covered in deep grooves and dark stains. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed slight leak at faucet of 3 compartment sink in dish area and urinal in men's toilet room not able to be flushed. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed build up of grease and some debris on ground around dumpster in fenced off dumpster area. Instructed to clean and maintain in good condition.

     Official wording (code 54)

     Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed build up of dust on vent in men's toilet room. Instructed to detail clean and maintain in good condition.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • GeneralFood handling

     Miscellaneous public health order.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no list of which employees are vaccinated and which are testing for covid-19. Instructed to provide.

     Official wording (code 64)

     Miscellaneous / public health orders

10. Dec 13, 2021 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 critical4 general Show violations

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Handwashing signage missing at handwashing sinks throughout the facility. Must provide handwashing signage.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Found cardboard boxes containing food (potatoes, whole fruit) stored directly on floor throughout the facility. Must elevate boxes off the floor.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a brown residue build up on the dishmachine trays that hold the dishes in place inside of the dishmachine. Instructed to detail clean trays or replace.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacle (waste can with lid) inside unisex employee washroom located in basement. Instructed to provide covered waste receptacle for feminine hygiene products.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Found a large hole in the wall behind the ice machine. Must repair.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

11. Oct 6, 2021 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    5 critical5 general1 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Found no employee health policy for all current employees. Instructed management to provide an employee health policy that includes a signed acknowledgement from each employee. Priority foundation 7-38-010.

      Official wording (code 3)

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

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Handwashing signage missing at handwashing sinks throughout the facility. Must provide handwashing signage.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Hot food was held below a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Hot tcs food at improper hot holding temperature; found a container of cooked sausages in the cooks line area on the griddle at 76f. Instructed management that all hot holding foods must be at 135f or above at all times. Food discarded. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 21)

      Proper hot holding temperatures

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Found cold tcs foods at improper cold holding temperatures in walk-in cooler and prep area. Found 4 large containers of cooked potatoes tightly covered in the walk-in cooler ranging from 51f to 56f. Found cooked sausages and corned beef hash in the front prep area at 45 f. Instructed to discard said tcs foods and always maintain all cold holding tcs foods at or below 41f. Priority violation 7-38-005. Refer to violation #21 for citation.

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: Observed an incomplete menu consumer advisory for raw or undercooked foods (missing disclosure statement). Instructed to identify such foods by asterisking them to a foot note that states: "items can be served raw or undercooked or contain undercooked ingredients" and add a statement that says: "consuming raw or undercooked animal products may increase your risk of food borne illness, especially if you have medical conditions". Priority foundation 7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted a large (approximately 12 ft by 12 ft) opening in the south facing front wall of the building. Instructed management to repair wall to prevent entry of insects and other contamination.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Found cardboard boxes containing food (potatoes, whole fruit) stored directly on floor throughout the facility. Must elevate boxes off the floor.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a brown residue build up on the dishmachine trays that hold the dishes in place inside of the dishmachine. Instructed to detail clean trays or replace.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacle (waste can with lid) inside unisex employee washroom located in basement. Instructed to provide covered waste receptacle for feminine hygiene products.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Found a large hole in the wall behind the ice machine. Must repair.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Found a majority of the food handler certificates to be expired for current employees. Must provide certificates for all current food handlers and keep certificates on site.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

12. Mar 4, 2021 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 critical6 general Show violations

    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean interior panel of the ice machine, instructed to maintain.

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Must label food storage containers with common food names, when food has been removed from original packaging, instructed to maintain.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Must store wiping cloths in prep areas in sanitizing solution between uses to prevent cross contamination. Instructed to 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: Must detail clean cutting blade on mounted can opener in prep area, instructed to maintain.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Must repair leaky drain pipe underneath 3-comp sink, and repair loose faucet on said sink, instructed to maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean loose food debris and grease from under and behind heavy equipment throughout the prep area, instructed to maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must seal the hole in the wall around the handwashing sink near the rear exit door, instructed to maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

13. Jan 19, 2021 No Entry

    Non-Inspection · No Entry

    No violations

14. Jul 22, 2020 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed low pressure at washbowl sink located in employee restroom located in basement. 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: Observed no covered trash receptacle in unisex employee restroom located in basement. Instructed to install 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 unused equipment and empty boxes being stored in alcove at rear of basement near water pipes and next to liquor room. Instructed to remove and maintain premises free of clutter unnecessary to the operation.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

15. Jul 1, 2019 Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical3 general Show violations

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: Food that can be ordered under cooked not identified on menu, instructed to identify with a symbol that can relate to the foot note disclaimer. No citation issued.

      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: Bulk food containers not labeled( sugar, salt..), instructed to label.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Utensils not air dried properly after washing, observed standing water in clean containers. Instructed to air dry.

      Official wording (code 44)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.

      Inspector’s note: Noted condensating water on walk-in cooler cooling lines, instructed to insulate.

      Official wording (code 52)

      Sewage & waste water properly disposed

16. Sep 28, 2018 Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    3 critical1 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.14(n) no employee health policy for employees. Instructed manager to provide heath policy. Priority foundation no citation

      Official wording (code 3)

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

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: 2-501.11 no employee clean up policy procedure for vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation. No citation

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: 3-603.11 (a) observed no disclosure for reminder on menu for undercooked foods. Instructed that a reminder and disclosure must be on all menus for any raw or undercooked foods served. Priority foundation no citation

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Pa 100-0367 no allergen awareness for employee with food sanitation certificate. Instructed that all employees with city of chicago food sanitation certificate must have allergen awareness

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

17. Sep 20, 2018 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    5 critical1 general1 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.11 manager didnt demonstrate knowledge by not answering inspectors questions regarding public health practices to operation,( cooling foods, how to calibrate metal stem thermometer). Priority foundation.

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.14(n) no employee health policy for employees. Instructed manager to provide heath policy. Priority foundation no citation

      Official wording (code 3)

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

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: 5-202.12 observed employee washroom handwashing sink in basement not maintained hot water temperature 80.f. Instructed that hot water temperature at hand sinks must be at least 100.f. Must repair priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c).

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: 3-501.16(a)(2) observed improper cold temperatures of ( tcf) food in walk in cooler at improper cold temperature. Approx 4-lb bucket of alfredo sauce dated (9-13) at improper temperature of 54.3f. Instructed that cold tcf foods must be maintain at 41f or below. Food removed and discarded by manager at cost approx $30.00-cos. Priority violation 7-38-005

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: 3-603.11 (a) observed no disclosure for reminder on menu for undercooked foods. Instructed that a reminder and disclosure must be on all menus for any raw or undercooked foods served. Priority foundation no citation.

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: 5-501.15(a) observed outside garbage waste dumpster with broken lid , open on right side. Instructed to repair or replace lid. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(b)

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Pa 100-0367 no allergen awareness for employee with food sanitation certificate. Instructed that all employees with city of chicago food sanitation certificate must have allergen awareness.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

18. Apr 10, 2018 Pass

    Complaint · Pass

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    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed cardboard being reused to line shelving in both walk in coolers, in dry storage and at the soda compressor machine. Observed foil being used to line the cook line shelf. Instructed to remove cardboard and foil and maintain food storage surfaces to be smooth, non-absorbent and easily cleanable. Observed dry goods stored under exposed wastewater pipes in the basement across from the stairs. Must not store food directly under exposed wastewater pipes, or provide impermeable shields around exposed pipes.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed brown organic matter accumulating in the basin of the 3 compartment sink floor drain. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no lighting in the liquor room. Must provide light fixture in the liquor room so room is clearly illuminated.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed servers handling food (toast, butter, condiments) without wearing proper hair restraints. Must provide hats, hair nets or other hair restraints for all employees that handle food.

19. Feb 3, 2017 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: Observed no proof of idph food handler certification for all employees who handle food. Must have proof of idph food handler certification for all employees.

20. Feb 1, 2017 Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical2 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Facilities to maintain proper temperature

      Inspector’s note: Observed cooler containing cream pies and cheesecake at 60f. Cooler was tagged. Critcal vioaltion 7-38-005 (a)

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed 7 cream pies and 1 and cheesecake weighing approximatly 50lbs valued at $100 at improper holding temperaturre of 60.0f inside cooler at with ambient air temperature of 60f. All cream pies and cheesecake were voluntarily discarded. Observed 5lbs chicken breast patties in hold holding unit at 119.0 f valued at $25. Observed 10 lbs beef pattys in hot holding unit valued at $30 at 119.0f. Observed 1/2 lb of refried beans in hot holding unit valued at $3 at 91.0f. Observed 2 dozen pooled eggs and 1 dozen pooled egg whites at 48.4f within cold hold unit. All food at improper temperatured was discarded and denatured. Critical violation 7-38-005 (a).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed ceiling vent in washroom with heavy dust accumulation. Clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: Observed no proof of idph food handler certification for all employees who handle food. Must have proof of idph food handler certification for all employees.

21. Sep 27, 2016 Pass

    License · Pass

    2 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted gaps between the wall and flooring on the basement stairs. Instructed to seal the gaps.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The employee restroom in the basment does not have a self closing door. Instructed to install a self closing device on the door.