Sora Temakeria, LLC
3508 W 26th St, Chicago, IL 60623
Restaurant ZIP 60623 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Oct 6, 2026
Sora Temakeria, LLC was last inspected on October 6, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 4 violations.
Latest inspection
October 6, 2026 · Canvass Re-Inspection
Result: Pass
4 general-
GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: 3-302.12 observed bulk containers not labeled in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to label all bulk containers with common name of food.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: 4-501.11 observed only one stopper for 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to provide adequate stoppers for 3-compartment sink.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: 4-602.13 observed food spills and debris on interior and exterior surfaces of coolers, freezers, cooking equipment, bulk containers, holding units, sinks, shelving units. Instructed manager to clean and maintain all food and non-food contact surfaces and equipment.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.114 observed excessive clutter in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to remove all unnecessary items to prevent pest harborage.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspection history
20 inspections on record
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical9 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed damaged handwashing sign at handwashing sink in prep area. Instructed manager to replace handwashing sign at handwashing sink.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Observed bulk containers not labeled in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to label all bulk containers with common name of food.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed over 40 mice droppings scattered on floor, shelves, and bulk containers in basement storage area. Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean and sanitize all areas. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed only one stopper for 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to provide adequate stoppers for 3-compartment sink.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed food spills and debris on interior and exterior surfaces of coolers, freezers, cooking equipment, bulk containers, holding units, sinks, shelving units. Instructed manager to clean and maintain all food and non-food contact surfaces and equipment.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed loose ventilation fan in washroom. Instructed manager to secure ventilation fan to ceiling and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed dust builudp on ventilation fan in washroom, food spills and debris on walls and floors in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed mop heads stored on floor in prep area. Instructed manager to properly hang mops to dry to prevent insect breeding.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed excessive clutter in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to remove all unnecessary items to prevent pest harborage.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Previous core violations not corrected from report #2625867 on 10-23-25:36- must provide and maintain working thermometers inside coolers to properly monitor temperatures.51-observed leaks at the 3 comp sink faucet. Must repair and maintain.58- observed the certified manager allergen training certificate expired. Instructed to renew and maintain as required or citations will follow. Priority foundation 7-42-090 citation issued
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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No Entry
Non-Inspection · No Entry
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
4 general1 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: Must provide and maintain working thermometers inside coolers to properly monitor temperatures.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Noted ice build up and debris inside deep freezers. Must defrost and clean the interior of all reach in deep freezers.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed leaks at the 3 comp sink faucet. Must repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Must clean the ventilation hood to remove debris.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Observed the certified manager allergen training certificate expired. Instructed to renew and maintain as required or citations will follow.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: 4-901.12 noted dirty wiping cloths on prep tables at rear prep areas. Not properly stored. Instructed properly to store all washcloths in a sanitizing solution especially when not in use.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: 4-501.12 cutting boards with open seams and dark stains. Must refinish or replace damaged or stained cutting boards.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 observed grese and oil on the stove surface. Instructed to detail clean and maintain all cooking equipment.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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No Entry
Non-Inspection · No Entry
No violations
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail
1 critical Show violations
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CriticalRepeat violation
A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Previous priority foundation not corrected from 12/8/23 report 2586583 not corrected. 14- no written agreement or statement from the supplier stating the fish/seafood supplied for sushi is frozen to the required time and temperature. Instd to provide the same and maintain verification on-site. Citation issued 7-42-090 priority
Official wording (code 59)
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
3 critical1 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: No handwash cleanser at handwash sink in prep area or at handwash sink in toilet room. Instd to provide at all times for proper handwashing. Handwash cleanser/soap provided during inspection. Citation issued 7-38-030 priority foundation
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood source
Required records (shellfish tags, parasite-destruction logs) were missing.
Inspector’s note: No written agreement or statement from the supplier stating the fish/seafood supplied for sushi is frozen to required time and temperature. Instd to provide same and maintain verification on site. Citation issued 7-38-005 priority foundation
Official wording (code 14)
Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
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CriticalFood handling
No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.
Inspector’s note: MISSING CONSUMER ADVISORY WITH DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER ON THE ELECTRONIC MENU DISPLAYED ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE ON THE MENU WITH AN ASTERICK NEXT TO EACH SPECIFIC FOOD ITEMS THAT ARE RAW (SUSHI, MAKI, ETC ) ; AND THEN BY ASTERISKING THEM TO A FOOTNOTE THAT STATES THESE ITEMS ARE SERVED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED OR CONTAIN (OR MAY CONTAIN) RAW OR UNDERCOOKED INGREDIENTS AND ALSO A REMINDER STATEMENT SUCH AS "Consuming raw or undercooked MEATS, POULTRY, seafood, shellfish, or EGGS may increase your RISK of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions" . CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005 PRIORITY FOUNDATION
Official wording (code 25)
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Dead roaches on basement floor. Instd to remove all and maintain floor clean
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical1 general Show violations
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed tcs food (cooked rice) at improper cold holding temperature of 68.7f. Instructed person in charge that all cold held foods must be held at 41f or below. Person in charge voluntarily discarded 5lbs of rice at a cost of $10. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed hand sink in prep area to be slow draining. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
1 critical1 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalFood source
Required records (shellfish tags, parasite-destruction logs) were missing.
Inspector’s note: 3-402.12(b) 3-402.12b -no written agreement or statement from the supplier stating the fish supplied for ceviche is frozen to required time and temperature. Instd to provide same and maintain.
Official wording (code 14)
Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: 4-501.11: missing locking device on cooler in customer service area. Instd to provide lock device or relocate to employee only area
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: 2-102.13: food handler training missing for food handlers. Instd to obtain training and maintain verification
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
3 critical2 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: No handwash cleanser (soap) at handwash sink. Instd to provide at all times. Citation issued priority foundation 7-38-030(c)
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Handwash sink not accessible, utensils in basin of sink. Instd to maintain clean and use sink for handwashing only. See above for violation 7-38-030(c)
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood source
Required records (shellfish tags, parasite-destruction logs) were missing.
Inspector’s note: 3-402.12(b) 3-402.12b -no written agreement or statement from the supplier stating the fish supplied for ceviche is frozen to required time and temperature. Instd to provide same and maintain.
Official wording (code 14)
Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Over 30 mice droppings scattered on floor behind chest freezers in basement. Instd to remove droppings, clean and sanitize all areas and contact pest control for service. Citation issued 7-38-020(a) priority foundation
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Missing locking device on cooler in customer service area. Instd to provide lock device or relocate to employee only area
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Food handler training missing for food handlers. Instd to obtain training and maintain verification
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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No Entry
Complaint · No Entry
No violations
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
1 general1 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Unable to locate backflow device on mop sink, instructed to provide or identify and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Allergen certificates are required for all employees that have a city of chicago food sanitation license. Instructed to complete the online training and keep certificate onsite.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
7 general1 paperwork Show violations
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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; flour, sugar, etc., when food has been removed from original packaging. Instructed to maintain.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed 20 rodent droppings along wallbase in front prep area, instructed to remove droppings, clean and sanitize the affected area, and contact pest control for service. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.
Inspector’s note: OBSERVED NO CHLORINE OR QUATERNARY TEST STRIPS ONSITE. A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L of SANITIZING solutions shall be provided, AND MAINTAINED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
Official wording (code 48)
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Unable to locate backflow device on mop sink, instructed to provide or identify and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Must repair leaky faucet base on mop sink, and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Must provide covered trash cans in womens toilet room for feminine hygiene needs.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Must replace burned out light in prep area, instructed to replace and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Allergen certificates are required for all employees that have a city of chicago food sanitation license. Instructed to complete the online training and keep certificate onsite.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Conditional
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: 2-501.11: no procedure in place for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instd to provide and maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalFood handling
No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.
Inspector’s note: (A) If an animal FOOD such as beef, EGGS, FISH, lamb, milk, pork, POULTRY, or shellfish is served or sold raw, undercooked, or without otherwise being processed to eliminate pathogens, either in READY-TO-EAT form or as an ingredient in another READY-TO-EAT FOOD, the LICENSE HOLDER shall inform CONSUMERS of the significantly increased RISK of consuming such FOODS by way of a DISCLOSURE and REMINDER, as specified in ¶¶ (B) and (C) of this section using brochures, deli case or menu advisories, label statements, table tents, placards, or other effective written means. - (B) DISCLOSURE shall include: (1) description of the animal-derived FOODS, such as “oysters on the half shell (raw oysters),” “raw-EGG Caesar salad,” and “hamburgers (can be cooked to order)”; or (2) Identification of the animal-derived FOODS by asterisking them to a footnote that states that the items are served raw or…
Official wording (code 25)
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: 2-102.13: missing allergen training as required. Instd to obtain and maintain verification.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
4 critical1 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.
Inspector’s note: No employee health policy in place. Instd to provide and maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-010.
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: No procedure in place for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instd to provide and maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalFood source
Required records (shellfish tags, parasite-destruction logs) were missing.
Inspector’s note: 3-402.12(b) -no written agreement or statement from the supplier stating the fish supplied for sushi is frozen to required time and temperature. Instd to provide same and maintain.
Official wording (code 14)
Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
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CriticalFood handling
No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.
Inspector’s note: Missing disclosure and reminder as required with consumer advisory. Instd to provide and maintain as required. Priority foundation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 25)
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Over 30 mice droppings noted on floor behind chest freezers in basement. Instd to remove and eliminate all rodent activity, clean and sanitize affected areas. Instd to contact pest control service for updated service. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a).
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Missing allergen training as required. Instd to obtain and maintain verification.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILE OVER 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,GAP IN BETWEEN WOOD AND STAINLESS STEEL WALL NEAR PREP TABLE.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO CEILING .
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food handler requirements met
Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS ARE NOT MET FOR EMPLOYEES.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
6 general Show violations
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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 evidence of appx. 40 or more rodent droppings on wood ledges under and behind service counter and cold holding unit,on floor in basement along wall bases and near hot water tank.appx. "1/2-3/4" gap along bottom of front door and rear door.must remove droppings clean and sanitize areas. Rodent proof doors.recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 5/9/18.(serious 7-38-020)
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: Must label food storage containers when food is not in original package.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector’s note: Must invert plastic wear with handles in upright position.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace stained ceiling tile over 3- compartment sink,gap in between wood and stainless steele wall near prep table.must seal all openings around pipes leading into ceiling .
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Must elevate articles off of floor in basement near hot water tank.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food handler requirements met
Inspector’s note: Idph food handlers requirements are not met for employees.must enroll and maintain.
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Pass
License · Pass
5 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: All raw wood under counter must be sealed. Correct and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Lights in prep area in need of shields. Must install and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector’s note: Toilet room door in need of self closing device. Correct and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Leak at faucet at 3 compartment sink. Correct and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: All construction materials must be removed. Correct and maintain.
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