Pass

Manchamanteles Restaurant

2003-2011 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Restaurant ZIP 60647 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of Oct 21, 2026

Manchamanteles Restaurant was last inspected on October 21, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 2 violations.

Latest inspection

October 21, 2026 · Short Form Complaint

Pass

Result: Pass

2 general
  • GeneralFood handling

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

    Inspector’s note: 3-302.12 noted no labels for bulk storage containers (flour and rice). Instructed person in charge all bulk and working food ingredient containers must be labeled with contents name.

    Official wording (code 37)

    Food properly labeled; original container

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: 6-501.114 observed basement storage area cluttered and inaccesible for adequate cleaning. Instructed to organize all kitchenware and unused equipment, remove all unnecesary items stored and elevate all items at least 6 inches off floor to prevent harboring spaces for pest. Must maintain premises.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspection history

36 inspections on record

  1. No Entry

    Complaint · No Entry

    No violations

  2. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: 3-302.12 noted no labels for bulk storage containers (flour and rice). Instructed person in charge all bulk and working food ingredient containers must be labeled with contents name.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.114 observed basement storage area cluttered and inaccesible for adequate cleaning. Instructed to organize all kitchenware and unused equipment, remove all unnecesary items stored and elevate all items at least 6 inches off floor to prevent harboring spaces for pest. Must maintain premises.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  3. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted no labels for bulk storage containers (flour and rice). Instructed person in charge all bulk and working food ingredient containers must be labeled with contents name.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed evidence of rodent activity on the premises. Observed approximately 40 mouse droppings in the following areas: on floor next to bar seating, on floor behind ice machine, behind storage rack, under handwashing sink near dishwasher, in corners throughout unused bar area and on floor of rear storage area. Management instructed to clean and remove all rodent droppings from all affected areas. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate the pest activity. Priority foundation #7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

      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: Observed no splashguard between prep exposed hand sink and prep cooler/cutting board. Must install a washable splashguard.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed basement storage area cluttered and inaccesible for adequate cleaning. Instructed to organize all kitchenware and unused equipment, remove all unnecesary items stored and elevate all items at least 6 inches off floor to prevent harboring spaces for pest. Must maintain premises.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  4. Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.114 observed basement storage area cluttered and inaccesible for adequate cleaning. Instructed to organize all kitchenware and unused equipment, remove all unnecesary items stored and elevate all items at least 6 inches off floor to prevent harboring spaces for pest.must maintain premise

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  5. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.114 observed basement storage area cluttered and inaccesible for adequate cleaning. Instructed to organize all kitchenware and unused equipment, remove all unnecesary items stored and elevate all items at least 6 inches off floor to prevent harboring spaces for pest.must maintain premise.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  6. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    5 general Show violations
    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed broken thermometers for walk in coolers, instructed to provide and maintain to monitor equipment temperatures.

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed bulk containers stored in rear storage room without labels. Instructed to provide for all working ingredients removed from original packaging.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed evidence of approximately 80 large rodent droppings in the following areas throughout facility, they are as follows: in large dining room scattered along side seating on south wall in between floor and wall, in unused bar under equipment, in prep area behind freezer and rolling cart storing blenders , in dry storage scattered under wired storage carts containing rice, seasonings etc, on brick ledge located behind prep table and ice machine , under 3 compartment sink (rinse basin), in office space under desk and in corners, in basment under wired rack storing toxic materials, on stored unused equipment(sternons, speed racks,. Recommended to contact pest control for additional service prior to reinspection, remove all said rodent droppings, clean and sanitize said areas.priority foundation violation. #7-38-020 (a). Citation issued.

      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: Observed food (rice, beans, flour) stored on floor in dry storage area. Instructed to elevate to prevent possible contamination and maintain.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed basement storage area cluttered and inaccesible for adequate cleaning. Instructed to organize all kitchenware and unused equipment, remove all unnecesary items stored and elevate all items at least 6 inches off floor to prevent harboring spaces for pest.must maintain premise.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  7. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    6 general Show violations
    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-202.13: Insect Control Devices, Design and Installation NOTED ELECTRIC FLY TRAP HANGING DIRECTLY ABOVE PREP TABLE IN PREP AREA BEHIND COUNTER. ACCORDING TO FOOD CODE: Insect control devices shall be installed so that the devices are not located over a FOOD preparation area. MUST RELOCATE EXISTING FLY TRAP DEVICES IN DIRECT VIOLATION OF THIS RULE.

      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: 4-202.16: Nonfood-Contact Surfaces OBSERVED RUSTED STORAGE RACKS IN REACH-IN COOLER, AFTER HOT HOLDING IN REAR PREP. INSTRUCTED SURFACES MUST 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: 4-602.13: NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE REACH IN COOLERS IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 5-204.12: Backflow Prevention Device, Location (NO BACKFLOW DEVICE) OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE ON THE UTILITY SINK IN DISH INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL TO ENSURE DEVICE CAN BE LOCATED, SERVICED, AND MAINTAINED.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.11: Maintained in Good Repair, Facilities (FACILITIES NOT IN GOOD REPAIR) OBSERVED 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LEAKING FROM DRAINING PIPES, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.12: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions OBSERVED LOOSE DEBRIS, DIRT AND DUST BUILDUP ON THE FLOORS AND CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY OF FLOORS. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  8. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical6 general Show violations
    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: Observed ice machine located in the rear prep with a build-up of pink and black slime mold-like substance, dripping onto ice cubes stored below the ice bin. Ice is used for human consumption. Instructed to clean, sanitize, and maintain. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005.citation issued

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: NOTED ELECTRIC FLY TRAP HANGING DIRECTLY ABOVE PREP TABLE IN PREP AREA BEHIND COUNTER. ACCORDING TO FOOD CODE: Insect control devices shall be installed so that the devices are not located over a FOOD preparation area. MUST RELOCATE EXISTING FLY TRAP DEVICES IN DIRECT VIOLATION OF THIS RULE.

      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 rusted storage racks in reach-in cooler, after hot holding in rear prep. Instructed surfaces must 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 the interior of the reach in coolers in need of cleaning. Instructed to detail clean.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no backflow preventer device on the utility sink in dish instructed to install to ensure device can be located, serviced, and maintained.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed 3 compartment sink leaking from draining pipes, instructed to repair 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 loose debris, dirt and dust buildup on the floors and corners throughout the facility. Instructed to detail clean and increase cleaning frequency of floors. Must maintain at all times.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  9. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 critical2 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Found no handwashing signs at sinks by bar.must provide.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Found no backflow prevention devices at espresso/drip coffee machine water lines.must provide where it can be located and serviced.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Found basement storage with clutter.must clean and organize.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  10. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Clean the top of the dish machine.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Repair the left sink stopper for the 3 compartment sink in the food prep area so that the basin can hold water.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  11. No Entry

    Non-Inspection · No Entry

    No violations

  12. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  13. Fail

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail

    1 critical1 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalRepeat violation

      A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: 8-404.13(b)(3) previous priority foundation violation from report #2563691 on 9/14/22 not corrected: 38 - observed live small flying insects in the food prep areas. Observed approximately 60 live small flying insects on the walls and ceiling of the dish washing area, behind the main bar, and in the storage area. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate all pest activity. Priority violation 7-42-090. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 59)

      Previous priority foundation violation corrected

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.114 observed excessive clutter and unused items stored in the basement. Management instructed to remove items to provide access to all areas of the basement and store remaining items off of the floor and away from walls.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed the certified food manager without an allergen training certificate. Management instructed that all certified food managers must show proof of training.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  14. Closed

    Canvass · Out of Business

    The inspector found this business closed.

    No violations

  15. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    2 critical6 general2 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Observed improper cold holding temperatures of tcs foods inside of the line prep cooler and walk-in meat cooler. Observed eggs at 48.4f, beef at 49.1f, chicken at 47.8f, salsa at 49f, and sour cream at 44.1f. Management instructed to discard all foods at improper temperatures. 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 the walk-in meat cooler with an air temperature of 50f inside of the unit. The cooler was used to store tcs foods such at salsas and raw meat. Management instructed to repair and maintain the cooler below 41f. Priority violation 7-38-005. 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: Observed evidence of rodents and live small flying insects in the food prep areas. Observed approximately 50 rat droppings on the dry storage shelf next to the ice machine, on the ground behind the hot water heater and in the utility closet. Management instructed to clean and remove all rodent droppings from all affected areas. Also observed approximately 40 live small flying insects on the walls of the dish washing area, behind the main bar, and in the storage area. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate all pest activity. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

      In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the ice scoop stored inside of the ice bin. Management instructed to store the ice scoop outside of the ice bin to prevent contamination.

      Official wording (code 43)

      In-use utensils: properly stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Repair the drain line water leak beneath the 3 compartment sink in the dish washing area.

      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 waste receptacle in either of the 3 women's washrooms. Management instructed to provide a covered waste receptacle in all women's washrooms.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Replace the missing ceiling tiles above the food prep/dish washing area.

      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 and unused items stored in the basement. Management instructed to remove items to provide access to all areas of the basement and store remaining items off of the floor and away from walls.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed several food handling employees without a food handler certificate. Management instructed that all food handling employees must show proof of training.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the certified food manager without an allergen training certificate. Management instructed that all certified food managers must show proof of training.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  16. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 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: 6-door reach in cooler door rubber gaskets ripped. Must repair and maintain damaged door gaskets.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Some food handlers certificates missing. Instructed all food handlers must be certified with names of employees on premises.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  17. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    3 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed 40 live small flies at rear prep area. Instructed manager must remove all insect activity by date of reinspection. Advised to call pest control operator for service. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a).

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-door reach in cooler door rubber gaskets ripped. Must repair and maintain damaged door gaskets.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food/dust build up on walls at rear prep area and around rear exit doors also observed food build upon floor at rear prep and dishwash area. Must clean floor, walls and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Some food handlers certificates missing. Instructed all food handlers must be certified with names of employees on premises.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  18. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed excessive debris build up on shelves of 2 glass door cooler in front prep area. Must detail clean and santize. Observed excessive ice build up on small freezer in front prep area. Must defrost, clean and sanitize. Must maintain all.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Must provide cover or lid for garbage receptacle in womens restroom near patio.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed clutter closet with brooms, mops, etc. Must properly store all broom and mops to prevent pest harborage.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Must install light inside prep cooler in front cooking area. Must repair lights in hood over front cooking area. Must provide adequate lighting for monitoring thermometers in cooler, and for proper cleaning. Must maintain same.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  19. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical4 general Show violations
    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Observed tcs foods at improper temperatures inside prep cooler in front cooking area. Found chorizo @ 51.09f; beef @ 57.5f; beef @ 56.6f; ham @ 53.4f; cheese @ 54.1f; and pork @ 53.2f. Pic voluntarily discarded 6lbs of denatured foods during inspection. Pic estimates value to be $15. 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 prep cooler in front cooking area unable to maintain proper temperature. Found ambient air temperature @ 50.2f. Instructed must keep ambient air temperature of 41f in all refrigeration at all times. All denatured tcs foods discarded and cooler tagged and held for inspection. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 33)

      Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed excessive debris build up on shelves of 2 glass door cooler in front prep area. Must detail clean and santize. Observed excessive ice build up on small freezer in front prep area. Must defrost, clean and sanitize. Must maintain all.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Must provide cover or lid for garbage receptacle in womens restroom near patio.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed clutter closet with brooms, mops, etc. Must properly store all broom and mops to prevent pest harborage.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Must install light inside prep cooler in front cooking area. Must repair lights in hood over front cooking area. Must provide adequate lighting for monitoring thermometers in cooler, and for proper cleaning. Must maintain same.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  20. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  21. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    2 critical1 general2 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: 3-301.11(b) observed a food handling employee take a burrito off of the grill with their bare hands and a spatula and wrap it up with their bare hands. Management instructed that no bare hand contact is allowed with ready-to-eat foods. The food was discarded voluntarily by management. Priority 7-38-010. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 9)

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

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: 5-204.11 observed no exposed hand washing sink at the temporary bar set up in the north banquet room. The bar in this area is used for mixed drinks, cut fruit and serving chips and salsa. Management instructed to cease serving drinks and food from the bar area until an exposed hand washing sink has been installed and inspected. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c). No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 6-304.11 repair the non-working ventilation fans in the men's and women's washrooms in the middle section of the restaurant.

      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: 2-101.11 observed no certified food manager on premises with a city of chicago food sanitation certificate while tcs foods (tacos and burritos) were being prepared and served. Management instructed to have a certified food manager present at all times while tcs foods are being prepared and served. Priority foundation 7-38-012. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed a food handling employee without a food handler certificate. Management instructed that all food handling employees must show proof of training.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  22. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    2 critical2 general2 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: 5-204.11 observed no exposed hand washing sink at the temporary bar set up in the north banquet room. The bar in this area is used for mixed drinks, cut fruit and serving chips and salsa. Management instructed to cease serving drinks and food from the bar area until an exposed hand washing sink has been installed and inspected. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c). No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalRepeat violation

      A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: 8-404.13(b)(3) previous priority foundation violation from report #2371023 on 5/22/20 was not corrected: 38 - observed approximately 25 live small flies on the ceiling and walls in the food prep and dish washing areas. Additional pest control service is needed to minimize or eliminate the pest activity. Priority 7-42-090. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 59)

      Previous priority foundation violation corrected

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-602.13 detail clean the interior of the microwaves.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 6-304.11 repair the non-working ventilation fans in the men's and women's washrooms in the middle section of the restaurant.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed a food handling employee without a food handler certificate. Management instructed that all food handling employees must show proof of training.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkFood handling

      The inspection summary report wasn’t posted for the public.

      Inspector’s note: 8-304.11(a) the inspection report summary from 5/22/20 was not posted in view of the public. Management was given today's inspection report summary and was instructed to post it in view of all customers. Priority foundation 7-42-010(b). No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 61)

      Summary report displayed and visible to the public

  23. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    5 critical8 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hand soap at the exposed hand washing sink in the dish washing area adjacent to the dish machine. Management provided soap at my request. Management instructed to provide soap at all hand washing sinks at all times. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c). No 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 the hand washing sink in the food prep and the dish washing areas. Management provided paper towels at both sinks at my request. Management instructed to provide paper towels at all hand washing sinks at all times. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c). No 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 no chemical sanitizer detected at the final rinse at the low temperature dish machine. Management instructed to repair and maintain the dish machine so that 100 ppm chlorine is detected at the final rinse. Priority 7-38-025. No 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 improper cold holding temperatures of tcs foods inside of the 6 door prep cooler underneath the grill. Observed tamales at 54.7f, chicken at 50.9f, and beef at 54.9f. Management voluntarily discarded approximately 10# of food worth $25. Priority 7-38-005. No 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: Observed expired tcs foods stored in the walk-in cooler after the 7 day maximum. Management voluntarily discarded all expired foods such as ground beef and salsa ranchero. Priority 7-38-005. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • GeneralFood temperature

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the 6 drawer prep cooler underneath the grill with an air temperature of 52.2f. The cooler was used to store tcs foods such as tamales and chicken. Management instructed to repair and maintain the cooler below 41f. Priority 7-38-005. No citation issued.

      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 metal stem probe thermometer on the premises to take food temperatures. Management instructed to provide a metal stem probe thermometer to take hot and cold food temperatures. Priority foundation 7-38-005. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no thermometer provided inside of the 6 drawer prep cooler. Management instructed to provide.

      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 live insect activity in the food prep areas. Observed approximately 50 live small flies on the ceiling and walls in the food prep areas. Additional pest control service is needed to minimize or eliminate the pest activity. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a). No 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 cooked rice stored inside of plastic grocery bags and then placed in the steam table. Management instructed to use proper food grade storage bags or containers.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Detail clean the interior of the microwaves. Clean the excessive scale buildup inside of the dish machine.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a drain line water leak underneath of the 3 compartment sink in the kitchen. Management instructed to repair the source of the leak.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Repair the non-working ventilation fans in the men's and women's washrooms in the middle section of the restaurant.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a food handling employee without a food handler certificate. Management instructed that all food handling employees must show proof of training.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  24. Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical6 general Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 2-501.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 4-903.11(A;C) Inspector Comments: MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION IN TRAY AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTER.

      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: Violation Codes: 4-101.19 Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE FOIL LINED ON SHELVING UNITS THROUGHOUT.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM PREP TABLES AND SHELVING UNITS THROUGHOUT

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM PREP TABLES,FRYER CABINETS,DISH RACKS,MOP SINK BASIN, REAR & WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.DELIME DISH MACHINE.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 6-501.13 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT .MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 6-501.114 Inspector Comments: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE MASSIVE AMOUNT OF CLUTTER ON FLOOR AND ALONG WALLS IN 1ST FL. REAR STORAGE AREA & IN BASEMENT .

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED & MISSING FLOOR TILES IN PREP/ DISH WASHING/ REAR STORAGE AREAS.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN SAME AREAS.STAINED CEILING TILES IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.DAMAGED WALL BASES IN BEER WALK IN COOLER,DAMAGED INTERIOR DOOR TRIM OF WALK IN COOLERS(BEER & VEGETABLE).MOLDED WALLS IN BASEMENT STORAGE ROOM.LOOSE WALL PANEL UNDER REAR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  25. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    6 critical15 general Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no signed employees health policies.must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-010)

      Official wording (code 3)

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

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no clean-up policy procedure and items for vomiting and diarrhea.must provide and maintain.(priority foundation-no citation issued)

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Previous priority foundation violation from report #2200503 8/3/18 not corrected #10- found no handwashing sink at the server station just outside the kitchen. Instructed facility to install and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-030(c)

      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 hand washing sink in main prep area prep/serving line.must provide sink with hot and cold running water and maintain.(priority foundation-no 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 ready to eat foods not date marked that is being held for more than 24 hours inside of coolers such as 2lbs. Cooked chicken .2.5lbs. Cooked pork.3.5lbs. Red & green salsa .1lb. Cooked ground beef & potatoes.2.5lbs. Cooked poblano peppers.8.5lbs. Guacamole.1.5lbs. Cooked white rice.5lbs. Cooked spanish rice .3lbs. Sliced tomatoes.3lbs. Pico de gallo. 22lbs. Cooked whole chickens.product was discarded by manager.must date markall tcs refrigerated foods.appx.32.5lbs.$86.(priority foundation 7-38-005)

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: Still found no disclosure and reminder on menu. Instructed facility to provide an appropriate disclosure and reminder and to maintain. (priority foundation violation 7-38-005.)

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Must label food storage containers when food is not in original package.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed an appx. "1/2-3/4" gap along bottom of rear storage door,side storage door.

      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 appx. 100 or more live small flies flying around,on walls,ceilings and over shelving units and boxes,inside of microwave in prep areas,dish washing areas,bar areas,basement,dining area.recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 10/21/19.(priority foundation 7-38-020(a)

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Must store plastic wear with handles in upright position in tray at front service counter.

      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: Must remove foil lined on shelving units throughout.must remove rust from prep tables and shelving units throughout.

      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: Must clean debris from all microwaves.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must clean debris build up from prep tables,fryer cabinets,dish racks,mop sink basin, rear & walk in cooler shelving units.delime dish machine.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace low cold water pressure at hand sink at front service counter .

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Must provide lids for garbage cans in women's toilet rooms.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace damaged & missing floor tiles in prep/ dish washing/ rear storage areas.must grout floor in same areas.stained ceiling tiles in women's toilet room.damaged wall bases in beer walk in cooler,damaged interior door trim of walk in coolers(beer & vegetable).molded walls in basement storage room.loose wall panel under rear 3- compartment sink.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must clean debris build up in floor mats throughout.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must elevate,remove and organize massive amount of clutter on floor and along walls in 1st fl. Rear storage area & in basement and behind closed doors,1st fl. Dj booth.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must clean debris build up from floor along wall bases throughout .must remove standing clean foul smelling water from basement floor and dish washing area and keep dry.must clean debris build up from floor drains throughout.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Must replace burnt out lights at hood of cooking equipment and women's toilet room and cracked light shield.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Previous core violations from report #2200503 8/3/18 not corrected #10- found no hand washing signs or posters near hand washing sinks. Instructed facility to install and maintain.#38- found the outer double door on the north side of the establishment to not be tight fitting. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.#58- found no allergen training certificates on site. Instructed facility that all city of chicago certified food services managers must maintain certificates on site.(priority foundation 7-42-090)

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

  26. Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    6 critical3 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/training on site. Instructed facility to establish an appropriate employee health policy/training system and maintain with verifiable documents on site. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 3)

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

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: - found no procedure for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events on site. Instructed facility to implement an appropriate procedure, with necessary supplies, and to maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: - found no handwashing sink at the server station just outside the kitchen. Instructed facility to install and maintain.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: - found no handwashing signs or posters near handwashing sinks. Instructed facility to install and maintain.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFood temperature

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

      Inspector’s note: - found not all foods held longer than 24 hours to be properly labeled. Instructed facility to correct and maintain.

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: - found no disclosure and reminder on menu. Instructed facility to provide an appropriate disclosure and reminder and to maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: - found the outer double door on the north side of the establishment to not be tight fitting. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: - found the floor at the bar and in the basement to be dirty as well as the ceiling by the dish area. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: - observed a missing light shield above the dish area. Instructed facility to install and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: - found no allergen training certificates on site. Instructed facility that all city of chicago certified food services managers must maintain certificates on site.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  27. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    6 critical4 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/training on site. Instructed facility to establish an appropriate employee health policy/training system and maintain with verifiable documents on site. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 3)

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

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: - found no procedure for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events on site. Instructed facility to implement an appropriate procedure, with necessary supplies, and to maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: - found no handwashing signs or posters near handwashing sinks. Instructed facility to install and maintain.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: - found no handwashing sink at the server station just outside the kitchen. Instructed facility to install and maintain.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFood temperature

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

      Inspector’s note: - found not all foods held longer than 24 hours to be properly labeled. Instructed facility to correct and maintain.

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: - found no disclosure and reminder on menu. Instructed facility to provide an appropriate disclosure and reminder and to maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: - found flying insects throughout facility: 20 at the bar, 25 near ice machine, and 40 throughout prep areas. Instructed facility to remove all pests, clean affected areas, and maintain. Recommended to contact a licensed pest control provider for service. Priority foundation citation 7-38-020(a).

      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: - found the outer double door on the north side of the establishment to not be tight fitting. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: - found the floor at the bar and in the basement to be dirty as well as the ceiling by the dish area. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: - observed a missing light shield above the dish area. Instructed facility to install and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: - found no allergen training certificates on site. Instructed facility that all city of chicago certified food services managers must maintain certificates on site.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  28. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed ready to eat food items through out refrigeration units not properly labeled. Instructed to label all food items with product name, prepared by date and/or used by date. Must label all bulk food storage containers in rear food storage area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed leaking faucet base at the 3-compartment sink in rear kitchen food prep area.must repair and maintain.

  29. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    1 critical8 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time

      Inspector’s note: Inadequate dishwashing facilities.observed low temperature dishmachine not propely sanitizing. Oppm chlorine found after several attempts while dishes being washed. Must not use machine untl repaired and properly dispenses chlorine to 100ppm. Critical violation 7-38-30.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Evidence of improper pest control. Observed live fruit flies on walls ceiling and food storage shelving in rear dish washing area, rear food storage area and front bar area. Approximately 40 live fruit flies were observed in this areas. Additional pest control service is needed to minimize or eliminate flying insect problem. Serious violation. 7-38-020.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed 3-compartment sink not maintained at this time. When filing left compartment sink and release clear water backing up from the middle sink compartment.instructed to detail clean grease trap and drain lines to prevent sewer backig up problems. Instructed to repair and maintain. Serious violation 7-38-030.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed ready to eat food items through out refrigeration units not properly labeled. Instructed to label all food items with product name, prepared by date and/or used by date. Must label all bulk food storage containers in rear food storage area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed rusty shelving inside 2-door prep cooler. Must repaint or replace.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed dirt and debris on food storage shelving and inside surfaces of refrigeration units in kitchen food prep area. Must clean and maintain. Observed dirt on the iterior panel of ice machine. Must 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 dirt and debris on floor under around and behind all cooking equipment and refrigeration units. Must clean and maintain. Observed wet floor in rear dishwashing area and rear food prep area. Must maintain floor dry at all times to prevent pest breading. Observed greade and dirt accumulation on floor drains. Must clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed leaking faucet base at the 3-compartment sink in rear kitchen food prep area.must repair and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Observed wiping cloths stored on top of prep tables in kitchen food prep area. Must properly store wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution when not in use.

  30. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  31. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    6 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Food (ice)not protected from contamination during storage, inside of ice machine observed brown slimy substance on the interior contact surfaces of ice machine. Ice is being used for human consumtion. Must turn off machine remove ice and have interior surfaces cleaned and sanitized violation 7-38-005(a).

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed front north side door not rodent proof. Door has approximately one inch opening on bottom door. Must make door tight fitting to prevent pest entry. Serious violation. 7-38-020.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed 3-compartment sink not maintained at this time. When filing left compartment sink and release clear water backing up from the middle sink compartment. Also observed 3-compartment sinks draining slow. Instructed to repair and maintain. Serious violation 7-38-030.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed dirt and debris on bottom of food prep tables and shelving in kitchen food prep area. Must clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to regrout floor in rear kitchen food prep area in front of cooking equipment. Observed a few broken floor tiles in rear storage area. Must repair and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed leaking faucet base at the 3-compartment sink in rear prep area. Must repair and maintain. Observed exposed hand washing sink in front bar area draining slow. Must repair and maintain.

  32. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  33. Fail

    Short Form Complaint · Fail

    6 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted over 50 flying insects on walls, ceilings and shelves especially at the prep areas and bar. Instructed to clean and sanitize affected areas. Recommended to consult with pest control company. Serious violation #7-38-020

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted assorted food items through out refrigeration units not properly labeled. Instructed to label all food items with product name, prepared by date and/or used by date.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted torn rubber gaskets at doors of upright freezer and 3 door refrigeration unit at the rear prep area. Instructed to repair and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean cooking equipment especially cooking pots and lids inside walk in cooler and upright freezer shelves and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean floors along wall ase and underneath equipment especially at the rear by the 3 compartment sink and the dish washing area. Must also maintain the floors dry.... Instructed to clean all floor drains on premises

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted leaking faucet at the 3 compartment sink of bar. Instructed to repair and maintain.

  34. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical6 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted internal temperatures of the following potentially hazardous food items inside coolers to be improper:- steak 50.5f, chicken 45.8f, rice 76.4f. Manager immediately and voluntarily disposed of 30 lbs of products worth $70.00 through denaturing process. Critical violation #7-38-005(a)

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted waste water backing up at the 3 compartment sink into the middle compartment with grease,dirt and food particles when water is released from one of the compartments and then drains slowly. Manager immediately called for repairs. Serious violation #7-38-030

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted assorted food items through out refrigeration units not properly labeled. Instructed to label all food items with product name, prepared by date and/or used by date.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted torn rubber gaskets at doors of upright freezer and 3 door refrigeration unit at the rear prep area. Instructed to repair and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean cooking equipment especially cooking pots and lids inside walk in cooler and upright freezer shelves and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean floors along wall ase and underneath equipment especially at the rear by the 3 compartment sink and the dish washing area. Must also maintain the floors dry.... Instructed to clean all floor drains on premises.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted leaking faucet at the 3 compartment sink of bar. Instructed to repair and maintain.

  35. Pass

    License · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted missing lid at the ice bin at the bar. Instructed to provide a lid for the ice storage container.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean floor drains at the dish wash area and floors underneath the prep table by the dish washing area with dirt, standing water and food particles.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted leaking piping at the bottom piping of the hand wash sink at the rear prep area by the 3 compartment sink.instructed to repair and maintain....noted dirty and dusty vents inside the customer bathrooms. Instructed to clean and maintain.

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 2 weeks ago. Always confirm with the official record.