Cocula Restaurant
8847 S Commercial Ave, Chicago, IL 60617
Restaurant ZIP 60617 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Apr 20, 2026
Cocula Restaurant was last inspected on April 20, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 2 violations, 1 of them critical.
Latest inspection
April 20, 2026 · Canvass Re-Inspection
Result: Pass
1 critical1 general-
CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: 4-602.11 observed a brownish substance inside of the soda gun nozzle at the drink prep area. Instructed to clean and sanitize.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: 5-204.12 observed pipes going into the floor drain under the ice machine. Instructed to provide a 6 inch gap or provide a backflow prevention device on the fresh water line of the ice machine.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspection history
29 inspections on record
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical1 general Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: 4-501.114 observed the low temperature dish machine not properly sanitizing, at the time of the inspection said low temperature dish machine was sanitizing at 0ppm of chlorine. Instructed to always sanitizing adequately at 50ppm-100ppm of chlorine at all times. Low temperature dish machine tagged and held for inspection and may not be used. Priority violation. Citation issued 7-38-025.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: 4-602.11 observed a brownish substance inside of the soda gun nozzle at the drink prep area. Instructed to clean and sanitize.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: 5-204.12 observed pipes going into the floor drain under the ice machine. Instructed to provide a 6 inch gap or provide a backflow prevention device on the fresh water line of the ice machine.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed multi-use equipment/utensils not inverted and cutting boards stored on floor. Instructed manager to properly invert and elevate all clean multi-use equipment and utensils.
Official wording (code 44)
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
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GeneralFood handling
Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed single service utensils not inverted in prep area. Instructed manager to invert all single service utensils to protect from contamination.
Official wording (code 45)
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed leaking faucet on 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed dust buildup on ceiling vents and light shields in prep and dish washing areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed 1/4" gap between front entrance doors. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on doors to prevent pest entry.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed leaking faucet on rear 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed spills on floor along beverage cooler in bar area, debris on floors inside furnace room, dust buildup on ceiling tiles, ceiling vents, and light shields in prep area. 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 openings along walls and missing coving along walls in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to repair/replace and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
1 critical14 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed improper temperatures of tcs cooked foods stored in walk in coolers such as 10lbs. Ranchera sauce-46.2f.7lbs. Pork on spit-45.7f.25lbs. Seven seas soup-46.0f.15lbs. Veggies-45.9f.15lbs. Beef soup-45.3f-45.5f.40lbs. Chicken soup-46.0f-46.4f.240lbs. Beans-46.2f,46.4f,53.6f.155lbs. Beef-45.5f,45.7f,47.5f.90lbs. Shreeded chicken-46.4f-47.1f.30lbs. Rice-51.8f.42lbs. Shrimp-46.4f-46.6f.35lbs. Beef stew-47.1f-47.4f.30lbs. Pork stew-46.2f-46.7f.20lbs. Steak-50.0f. Product was discarded by manager.must have cold holding foods at 41.0f or below. Appx.754lbs. $1,275.(priority 7-38-005)(citation issued)(cos)
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: See violation #60.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Must elevate food off of floor six inches in walk in freezer.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Must provide a splash guard at hand sink at dining area drink station.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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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: Must remove deep grooves & pitts from cutting boards.
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: Must remove food dberis build up from all coolers , wheel bases & legs of equipment.
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 no backflow device on ice machine to be seen for servicing must provide 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 or replace leaky pipe at hand sink next to glass reach in cooler.
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: Observed no lids on garbage cans in women's toilet room must provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must scrape and paint chipping paint on walls in dining area, wall outside of office.
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: Must clean grease and food debris build up from floor under,around,along wall bases throughout premises including walk in cooler & freezer and floor drain at bar under 3- compartment sink.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Must replace missing filters at hood of cooking equipment.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Must place stove in middle prep area under ventilation hood completely.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Previous core violations from report #2571227 2/14/23 not corrected #10- 6-301.14 : observed no hand washing sign at hand sink in bar & dish washing area must provide and maintain .#37- 3-302.12 : must label food storage containers when food is not in original package.#38- 6-202.15 : observed an appx. "1/2-3/4" gap in center of double front entry door must make doors tight fitting.#39- 3-307.11 : must provide a splash guard in between hand sink and 3- compartment sink in bar area and rear dish washing area.#44-: 4-903.11 (a;b;d) : must invert multi-use utensils on dish storage shelves.#47-: 4-101.19 : observed some rust surfaces of prep tables and storage racks must remove to be smooth and easily cleanable.#49-: 4-601.11(c) : must clean grease and food debris build up from grill table, prep tables,fryer cabinets,unused equipment( meat slicer,etc).#55-: 6-201.17 : must clean dust build…
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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GeneralFood handling
Miscellaneous public health order.
Inspector’s note: 7-38-060 Default beverage for children's meals. : OBSERVED DEFAULT BEVERAGE ON KIDS MENU OFFERING A SWEETEN SOFT DRINK MUST PROVIDE A 100% FRUIT JUICE OR MILK WITH 130 CALORIES OR LESS.
Official wording (code 64)
Miscellaneous / public health orders
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Observed food alleregen training missing for some food managers must provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
1 critical12 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND SINK IN BAR & DISH WASHING AREA MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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: Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX. "1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG SIDE OF REAR DOOR AND IN CENTER OF DOUBLE FRONT ENTRY DOOR MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD IN BETWEEN HAND SINK AND 3- COMPARTMENT SINK IN BAR AREA AND REAR DISH WASHING AREA.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE ON CUTTING BOARDS.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFood handling
Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.
Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON DISH STORAGE SHELVES.
Official wording (code 44)
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
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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: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE CRACKED LIDS ON LARGE FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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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: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED SOME RUST SURFACES OF PREP TABLES AND STORAGE RACKS MUST REMOVE TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM GRILL TABLE, PREP TABLES,FRYER CABINETS,UNUSED EQUIPMENT( MEAT SLICER,ETC)
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: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM CEILING VENTS THROUGHOUT.
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: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALL NEAR REAR DOOR ,EXTERIOR LOWER PANEL OF WALK IN FREEZER IN POOR REPAIR,GROUT FLOOR IN FRONT OF ICE MACHINE.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE SEVERAL BURNTOUT LIGHTS IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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GeneralFood handling
Miscellaneous public health order.
Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED DEFAULT BEVERAGE ON KIDS MENU OFFERING A SWEETEN SOFT DRINK MUST PROVIDE A 100% FRUIT JUICE OR MILK WITH 130 CALORIES OR LESS
Official wording (code 64)
Miscellaneous / public health orders
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
6 critical14 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Staff were eating, drinking, or smoking where food is prepared.
Inspector’s note: Observed food handler remove lid from styro foam cup and drink from it while on serving line.instructed to use a straw to prevent cross contamination.(cos)
Official wording (code 6)
Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Staff touched ready-to-eat food with bare hands.
Inspector’s note: Observed bare hand contact with tcs ready to eat foods by a male food handler holding ready to eat (3)tortilla shells that he filled with cooked steak and placed inside a to go styro foam tray and another food handler opening (2) packages of tortilla shells and remove from package and placed into another one with bare hands.product was discarded by manager.must provide gloves,deli paper or utensils to handle ready to eat foods.(priority 7-38-010)(cos)(citation issued)
Official wording (code 9)
No bare hand contact with rte food or a pre-approved alternative procedure properly allowed
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no soap at hand sinks in bar and salsa prep areas. Soap was provided during inspection.must provide and maintain at all times.(priority foundation 7-38-030(c)(citation issued)(cos)
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: Observed no hand drying device at hand sinks in salsa prep area.paper towels were provided during inspection.must provide and maintain at all times.(priority foundation 7-38-030(c)(consolidated violation)(cos)
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: Observed no hand washing sign at hand sink in bar & dish washing area must provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed improper temperatures of cooked tcs foods stored in walk in cooler in large pots such as 4 gallons of beef soup at 53.2f and 4 gallons of red salsa 64.2f. Product was discarded by manager.must have cold holding foods at 41.0f or below. Instructed to use shallow pans for cooling and storage.appx. 8 gallons $300.(cos)(priority 7-38-005)(citation issued)
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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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 when food is not in original package.
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 an appx. "1/2-3/4" gap along side of rear door and in center of double front entry door must make doors tight fitting.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Must provide a splash guard in between hand sink and 3- compartment sink in bar area and rear dish washing area.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Must store wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution when not in use on cutting boards.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFood handling
Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.
Inspector’s note: Must invert multi-use utensils on dish storage shelves.
Official wording (code 44)
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Gloves weren’t used properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed male food handlers not wearing gloves while handling tcs ready to eat foods.
Official wording (code 46)
Gloves used properly
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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 some rust surfaces of prep tables and storage racks must remove to be smooth and easily cleanable.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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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: Must repair or replace cracked lids on large food storage containers.
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: Must clean grease and food debris build up from grill table, prep tables,fryer cabinets,unused equipment( meat slicer,etc)
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: Must repair or replace damaged wall near rear door ,exterior lower panel of walk in freezer in poor repair,grout floor in front of ice machine.
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: Must clean dust build up from ceiling vents throughout.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Must replace several burntout lights in men's toilet room.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Previous core violations from report #2545930 12/22/21 not corrected #53- observed no covered receptacle in the womens toilet room. Instructed to provide and maintain. #57-observed mulitple employees without the proper food handlers training certification. Instructed that all employees without the city of chicago food service managers license must obtain and provide on site. Observed no allergen training certificate on site for any of the city of chicago food service managers. Instructed that they must obtain and provide on site.(priority foundation 7-42-090)(citation issued)
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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GeneralFood handling
Miscellaneous public health order.
Inspector’s note: Observed default beverage on kids menu offering a sweeten soft drink must provide a 100% fruit juice or milk with 130 calories or less.
Official wording (code 64)
Miscellaneous / public health orders
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
9 general2 paperwork Show violations
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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 a build up of grease and food debris under the deep fryer oil filtering area. Instructed to clean and maintain as a means of preventing possible pest and insect harboring.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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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 rust building up on the opening ledge of the ice machine in the rear food service area (not going into the ice) running down the front of the ice machine. Instructed to repair and maintain as a means of preventing possible contamination of ice being taken from ice machine.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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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 card board being used as a liner on the lower shelves of the flat top and the grill in the food prep area. Instructed to remove as a means of preventing possible insect harboring.
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 the inside of the walk in freezer, walk in cooler and up right reach in refrigerator with food debris, spillage and dirt. Instructed to clean and maintain all.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed the sides of the cooking equipment with a build up of grease and food splatter. Instructed to clean and maintain all cooking and non cooking equipment.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacle in the womens toilet room. Instructed to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed floors and walls throughout facility rear food service area with a build up of dirt, grease and food debris under and around the cooking and non cooking equipment. Instructed to clean and maintain all areas.
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 milk crates and soda crates in the rear food prep area being used as shelving. Instructed to remove and provide proper shelving for items that is at least six inches from the floor to make it easy to clean and maintain the areas.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed a heavy build up of dust and dirt on the ventilation fans in the walk in cooler. Instructed to clean and maintain as a means of preventing possible contamination of food items being stored.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Observed mulitple employees without the proper food handlers training certification. Instructed that all employees without the city of chicago food service managers license must obtain and provide on site.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Observed no allergen training certificate on site for any of the city of chicago food service managers. Instructed that they must obtain and provide on site.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail
2 critical4 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: 6-301.14 observed no hand washing sign located at the rear hand washing sink. Instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalRepeat violation
A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: 8-404.13(b:3) observed previous priority foundation violations not corrected from report #2304528 dated 8/12/19; 3-603.11 observed no consumer advisory disclosure on the menu for all items that can be ordered undercooked or raw. Instructed to provide. 6-501.111 observed evidence of live insect activity; observed about 40-50 live small flies located in the rear dry storage/dish washing area on the electrical pipes and on unused boxes, observed about 5 live small flies located on the walls by the bar. Instructed to clean and sanitize affected areas and contact pest control for a service. Priority violation. Citation issued 7-42-090.
Official wording (code 59)
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
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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: 4-202.16 observed cracked dry storage containers must be replaced. Instructed all food contact surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: 5-205.15 observed a leak on the faucet of the 3 compartment sink. Instructed to repair.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-201.17 observed a hole in the wall under the low temperature dish machine. Instructed to repair. 6-501.13 observed floors under the cooking equipment in the food prep area need to be cleaned under and around all equipment. Instructed to clean.
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: 6-501.12 observed food and dirt accumulation on the walls thru the food prep area, under the low temperature dish machine,under prep tables, under sinks and in the rear of the facility. Instructed to clean and sanitize all.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed the city of chicago food service sanitation manager without the required allergen training certificate. Instructed to meet requirment.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
2 critical4 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: 6-301.14 observed no hand washing sign located at the rear hand washing sink. Instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood handling
No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.
Inspector’s note: 3-603.11 observed no consumer advisory posted nor a disclosure on the menu for all items that can be ordered undercooked or raw. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation. Citation issued 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: 6-501.111 observed evidence of live insect activity; observed about 75 live small flies located in the rear dry storage/dish washing area on the electrical pipes and on unused boxes, observed about 25 live small flies located under the low temperature dish machine, observed about 25 live small flies located on the walls by the bar. Instructed to clean and sanitize affected areas and recommended contacting pest control for a service. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-020(a).
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: 5-205.15 observed a leak on the faucet of the 3 compartment sink. Instructed to repair.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.13 observed floors under the cooking equipment in the food prep area need to be cleaned under and around all equipment. Instructed to clean.
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: 6-201.17 observed a hole in the wall under the low temperature dish machine. Instructed to repair.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed the city of chicago food service sanitation manager without the required allergen training certificate. Instructed to meet requirment.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Conditional
Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
5 critical11 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: 2-102.14(n) observed no employee health policy on site. Instructed to provide an employee health policy that includes a signed acknowledgement from each employee. Priority foundation 7-38-010.
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: 2-501.11 observed no written procedure nor adequate supplies (disposable mask, disposable latex gloves, disposable mop) on site to clean up any vomit or diarrhea events that can potentially occur inside of the food establishment. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: 6-301.14 observed no hand washing signs located in the men's and women's toilet rooms. Instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood temperature
Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.
Inspector’s note: 3-501.17 observed time/temperature control for safety ready to eat foods (cooked meats, sliced tomatoes) out of the original packaging and held for over 24 hours without labels containing product date. Instructed to provide a label with the product dates for all tcs ready to eat foods that are out of the original packaging and held for more than 24 hours. Priority foundation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 23)
Proper date marking and disposition
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CriticalFood handling
No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.
Inspector’s note: 3-603.11 observed no consumer advisory posted nor a disclosure located on the menu for all items (beef, eggs, raw oysters) that can be ordered undercooked or raw. Instructed to post a consumer advisory and add a disclosure (item marked with an asterisk* or item marked with a foot note.) priority foundation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 25)
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: 4-302.12 observed no metal stem thermometer on site to properly take temperature of foods. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: 3-302.12 observed no labels with the common name of foods for all food that are out of the original packaging located in the dry storage bin (beans) and in the walk in freezer (raw meats) and in the walk in cooler (salsas, cooked foods, sliced vegetables). Instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: 3-304.12 observed the ice scoop being stored in the ice bin. Instructed to store the ice scoop properly between use.
Official wording (code 43)
In-use utensils: properly 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: 4-202.16 observed rust on the shelves located in the 2 door refrigerator. Instructed to remove rust or replace shelves.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.
Inspector’s note: 4-603.15 observed equipment (pots) too large to fully submerge inside of the 3 compartment sink. Instructed to remove the large equipment and only use equipment that is able to submerge in the 3 compartment sink or provide a larger 3 compartment sink with compartments large enough to fully submerge the largest piece of equipment in the facility or provide a procedure for alternative manual washing rinsing and sanitizing of said large equipment.
Official wording (code 48)
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: 4-602.13 observed accumulated dirt on the fan located in the 2 door refrigerator. Instructed to clean.
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: 5-204.12 unable to locate the backflow prevention device on the ice machine. Instructed to locate.
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: 5-501.17 observed a closed receptacle is needed inside of the women's toilet room. Instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.13 observed minor accumulated dirt debris located under and around equipment in the front and rear food prep areas. Instructed to clean along the walls and in all corners.
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: 6-201.13 observed wall coving in poor repair located by the hot holding units in the front food prep area. Instructed to make surface smooth and easily cleanable.
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: 6-201.11 observed a hole in the wall located under the low temperature dish machine. Instructed to seal hole in wall and make the surface smooth and easily cleanable. Observed floors need to be re-grouted in various areas of the front and rear food prep areas. Instructed to repair.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed the city of chicago food service sanitation manager without the required allergen training. Instructed to meet requirement.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Short Form Complaint · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
3 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: Instructed to clean can opener blade at prep table in kitchen and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Must clean floors under cooking equipment, under and behind kitchen equipment and inside of closet where the hot water tank is stored.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Found blown bulbs in the hooded system above the cooking equipment; replace bulbs where needed above the cooking equipment.
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Conditional
Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical3 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector’s note: Found improper cold temperatures of potentialyy hazardous foods inside walk in cooler. 20-lbs of cooked pork at 50.4f,220-lbs of homemade green salsa at 48.9f, 45.3f. Foods removed and discarded by manager-cdi at cost approx $ 165.00. Critical violation 7-38-005a
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: Cooked and prepared foods not in original container, ( large pots with food) not labeled inside walk in cooler. Must provde.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Exterior of dish machine and racks by dishmachine not clean of food debris.must clean/maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Elevate food storage boxes off floor inside walk in freezer
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · 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: Several cutting boards in the food prep area has dark deep open seams,instructed to replace cutting boards
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Floors need cleaning in the rear storage area,along wall base and corners,instructed tyo clean and maintain area
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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 clesn the light shield covers in the food prep area of dust buil-up,instructed to clean and maintain area
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Must replace the burned out bulb inside the ventilation hood over stove,instructed to replace bulb
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector’s note: Must store wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution when not in use at food prep area
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
7 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector’s note: Observed the outside grease container to have grease encrusted on the lip, lid,and on ground surrounding conatner,this is a food source for rodents and other pest also must repair bent lid cover on garbage dumpster ,serious violation 7-38-020
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector’s note: Observed no certified food manager on site while potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served such as rice,beans chicken.etc,instructed that certified food manager must be on site at all times while potentially hazardous foods are prepred and served,serious violtion 7-38-020
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Several cutting boards in the food prep area has dark deep open seams,instructed to replace cutting boards
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Floors need cleaning in the rear storage area,along wall base and corners,instructed tyo clean and maintain area
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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 clesn the light shield covers in the food prep area of dust buil-up,instructed to clean and maintain area
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Must replace the burned out bulb inside the ventilation hood over stove,instructed to replace bulb
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector’s note: Must store wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution when not in use at food prep area
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
4 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector’s note: NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY/PREMISES AT THIS TIME OF INVESTIGATION WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANLDED AND SERVED(RICE, BEANS, CHICKEN, BEEF, etc). SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012(A). A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Must clean and defrost the interior of the walk in freezer.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Floors in poor repair in the rear storage area(broken floor tile with water underneath them). Also floors need clean along the wall base and in corners to remove debris.
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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 clean light shields in the rear,prep and dish washing areas to remove debris.
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
7 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean interior of deep fryers of grease build up inside bottom compartment,instructed to clean and maintain equipment
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Must replace cutting board in prep area,has open seams
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: : detail clean floors throughout the kitchen area,has food debris along wall base and corners
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Clean the light shield covers in the kitchen area of dust build-up,instructed to clean and maintain area
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Clean the light shield covers in the dishwashing area of dust build-up
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector’s note: Must store wiping cloths in a sanotizer solution when not in use in prep area
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food handler requirements met
Inspector’s note: Must provide the food handlers training certificates or proof of enrollement,upon next inspection
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean interior of deep fryers of grease build up inside bottom compartment,instructed to clean and maintain equipment
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Detail clean floors throughout the kitchen area,has food debris along wall base and corners
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Clean the light shield covers in the kitchen area of dust build-up,instructed to clean and maintain area
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food handler requirements met
Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE THE FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING CERTIFICATES OR PROOF OF ENROLLEMENT,UPON NEXT INSPECTION
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
5 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 the rear exit door not rodent proof,found a 1/4 inch gap at the bottom of door,instructed to repair door,to prevent rodent entry,serious violation 7-38-020
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean interior of deep fryers of grease build up inside bottom compartment,instructed to clean and maintain equipment
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Detail clean floors throughout the kitchen area,has food debris along wall base and corners
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Clean the light shield covers in the kitchen area of dust build-up,instructed to clean and maintain area
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food handler requirements met
Inspector’s note: Must provide the food handlers training certificates or proof of enrollement,upon next inspection
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Conditional
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical8 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector’s note: The following previous serious violation noted 7-2-14 on report# 1490299 not corrected: outside garbage area still not properly maintained. Liquid waste on ground inside and outside of corral, overflowing trash in dumpsters and on ground. Instructed to break all boxes down before placing in receptacles, to keep all lids closed, and to keep ground area clean. Critical violation for non compliance 7-42-090.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector’s note: See violation #14.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector’s note: NO CERTIFIED MGR. ON PREMISES AT TIME OF INVESTIGATION WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED(RICE, BEANS, CHICKEN, BEEF, etc). SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012(A).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: : bulk food items taken out of original containers must be labeled. All cooked and prepared foods taken out of original containers stored in all coolers must be labeled and dated when held over 24 hours.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: : paint rusty legs and non-food contact surfaces in rear storage area. Discontinue storing uncovered breads in garbage bags, and storing uncovered foods in plastic grocery bags in the walk-in freezer, must use food grade approved plastic bags for storing uncovered food.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean the following: storage shelves and racks inside walk-in cooler, interior (white panel) of ice machine, exteriors and sides of prep tables and cooking equipment, and sinks throughout.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Clean floors long the bases of the walls behind cooking equipment(grease build-up), and in hot water tank closet(debris and dirt) across from office in dining room
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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: Seal openings(2) in walls in dishwashing area. Clean greasy build-up from filters and hood above cooking equipment, and from attached pipes and lines connected to cooking equipment. Clean all light shields throughout(dust and dirt build-up).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Repair leaky faucets at 3 compartment sink and mop sink in rear, and leaky pipe behind dish machine.
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
1 critical9 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector’s note: Observed an employee wash and rinse multi-use equipment in 1 compartment sink in kitchen area, and observed another employee wash and rine multi-use equipment in 3 compartment sink. Instructed to wash all multi-use equipment in low temp dish machine or wash, rinse and sanitize all equipment in 3 compartment sink. Critical violation 7-38-030.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector’s note: Outside waste and grease area not properly maintained. Grease build-up found on lid to grease receptacle, overflowing trash noted in garbage dumpsters(lids up). All lids must be kept closed and exterior of grease receptacle must be kept clean(ground in corale must also be kept clean). Serious violation 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: Bulk food items taken out of original containers must be labeled. All cooked and prepared foods taken out of original containers stored in all coolers must be labeled and dated when held over 24 hours.
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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: All single-service utensils must be stored properly(with habdles up or out) to prevent contamination.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Paint rusty legs and non-food contact surfaces in rear storage area. Discontinue storing uncovered breads in garbage bags, and storing uncovered foods in plastic grocery bags in the walk-in freezer, must use food grade approved plastic bags for storing uncovered food.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean the following: storage shelves and racks inside walk-in cooler, interior (white panel) of ice machine, exteriors and sides of prep tables and cooking equipment, and sinks throughout.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Clean floors long the bases of the walls behind cooking equipment(grease build-up), and in hot water tank closet(debris and dirt) across from office in dining room.
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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: Seal openings(2) in walls in dishwashing area. Clean greasy build-up from filters and hood above cooking equipment, and from attached pipes and lines connected to cooking equipment. Clean all light shields throughout(dust and dirt build-up).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Repair leaky faucets at 3 compartment sink and mop sink in rear, and leaky pipe behind dish machine.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Must clean and properly store unused equipment(gyro machine).
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
1 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: Must install paper towel holder behind drink bar.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 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 food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.REAR STORAGE SHELVES NOT SEALED/RAW WOOD.MUST SEAL/PAINT.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.ELEVATE STORAGE OFF FLOORS IN FURNANCE ROOM.
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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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.DUSTY CEILING VENTS AND CEILING IN REAR DISH AREA.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.ALSO DOOR ATTACHMENT AT FRONT,REAR DOOR IN POOR REPAIR.MUST REPLACE.
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Pass
Short Form Complaint · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.CLEAN AND SANITIZE FRONT BAR GUN HOLDER.
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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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. Use dustless cleaning methods.CLEAN CEILING VENT OVER THE 3 COMP. SINK DUSTY.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Linen: clean and soiled properly stored
Inspector’s note: Soiled and clean linens, coats, and aprons shall be properly stored.PLACE ALL WIPING CLOTHES IN 100 PPM OF CHLORINE SANITIZER.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
5 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed
Inspector’s note: When toilet and lavatory facilities are provided for the patrons of food establishments, such facilities shall be adequate in number, convenient, accessible, properly designed, and installed according to the municipal code.OBSERVED BROKEN HANDLE IN RESTROOM MUST REPAIR. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030.HOT WATER HAS TO BE TURNED ON AT SHUT OFF KEEPS RUNNING HANDLE BROKEN .THE WATER IS SHUT OFF AT SHUT OFF AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.OBSERVED COOKING POTS TOO LARGE FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE LARGE POTS OR PROVIDE A LARGER SINK TO IMMERSION OF THE POTS FULLY.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.CLEAN FRONT BAR GUN HOLDER.
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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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. Use dustless cleaning methods.OBSERVED THE CEILING VENT OVER THE 3 COMP SINK DUSTY INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DUST.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Linen: clean and soiled properly stored
Inspector’s note: Soiled and clean linens, coats, and aprons shall be properly stored.OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHES IMPROPERLY STORED ON COUNTER/TABLES INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN 100 PPM CHLORINE SANITIZER.
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
4 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 food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A PARTITIONER TO THE PREP EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK SEPARATING IT FROM THE PREP TABLE ADJACENT TO IT.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FAN COVERS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER AND CLEAN ALL PREP TABLES AND EQUIPMENTS.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN ALL CORNERS AND UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENTS. ALSO, MUST CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS AND MAINTAIN DRY FLOORS IN REAR BY 3-COMP. SINK.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. MUST REPAIR THE LEAK AT THE BASE OF THE FAUCET ON THE REAR 3-COMP. SINK.
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 7 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.