S2 Express Grill

In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

Inspector’s note: 3-304.12 observed scoops stored on top of steam tables uncovered and unprotected. Instructed to store inside product with handle upward or clean dry containers to prevent contamination.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-201.13 observed large opening in wall underneath 3 compartment sink. Instructed to enclose to prevent pest entry and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-501.13 observed dried food debris located behind cooling units located in rear prep area. Instructed to remove, clean and maintain.

In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed scoops stored on top of steam tables uncovered and unprotected. Instructed to store inside product with handle upward or clean dry containers to prevent contamination.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed large opening in wall underneath 3 compartment sink. Instructed to enclose to prevent pest entry and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed dried food debris located behind cooling units located in rear prep area. Instructed to remove, clean and maintain.

Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed wet wiping cloths on several prep surface areas. Instructed to properly store wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution between uses to prevent contamination of equipment & food. Must maintain.

A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

Inspector’s note: Observed continued non-compliance from report #2252726 conducted on 01/09/23. Previous core violations not corrected: (#58) 2-102.13: observed no certified food manager with allergen training. Instructed any persons with the city of chicago food sanitation certificate to comply with the completion of training. Must provides documentation. Priority foundation violation #7-42-090. Citation issued.

Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

Inspector’s note: Observed no ambient air thermometers inside the reach in coolers and low cold holdining units. Instructed to provide conspicuous and easily readable thermometers inside all refrigerator units to properly monitor the ambient air temperature of equipment.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed soda and juices stored on the floor under front counter area. Instructed manager to elevate items six inches off floor.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed filters missing in hood vetilation system. Instructed manager to install and replace.

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

Inspector’s note: No label on bulk storage containers; must label all containers holding ingredients (sugar, flour, etc).

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

Inspector’s note: No self closing device at washroom door; must install and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean floors under fryers and around and under other kitchen equipment. Observed dust on the vent fan on the ceiling of the washroom; clean fan to remove dust observed.

Miscellaneous public health order.

Inspector’s note: No written protocol as required. Instructed to have a written record of describing protocol for checking proof of vaccination in public places.

Miscellaneous public health order.

Inspector’s note: No records of employee vaccincation status or weekly testing per osha. Instructed to provide and maintain on site.

Miscellaneous public health order.

Inspector’s note: No signage requiring proof of vaccination. Instructed to post signage at entrance door to show proof of vaccination required to dine in at location.

Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

Inspector’s note: Observed no probe thermometer for taking food temperatures. Must provide a probe thermometer and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-005)(citation issued)

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

Inspector’s note: Observed repackaged desserts on display for sale without proper info.must label and maintain.must label food storage containers when food is not in original package.

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

Inspector’s note: Must provide a splash guard at hand sink next to 3- compartment sink.

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

Inspector’s note: Must invert multi-use utensils on dish storage shelves.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed dark and black discolored surface on cutting boards.must repair or replace.

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

Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace worn door gasket on 2- door prep cooler.must apply a sealant or paint raw wood food storage shelves in pantry.

Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

Inspector’s note: Observed no chemical test kit to check sanitizing solution ppm's at 3- compartment sink.must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-005)

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed grease and food debris build up on fryer cabinets,prep tables,prep coolers, reach in coolers & freezer,storage shelves.

Hot or cold water wasn’t available, or water pressure was too low.

Inspector’s note: Observed no hot running water on premises water temperatures are rear hand sink 66.0f,3- compartment sink 66.3f,customers toilet room 66.2f.must provide at least 110.0f at hand sinks and 110.0f at 3- compartment sink.must repair and maintain.(priority 7-38-030(c)(citation issued)

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace leaky pipe at 3- comp sink in middle basin underneath and leaky 2- door refrigerator.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed employees toilet in rear prep area over flowing with urine .must repair and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-030(c)(citation issued)

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Must clean debris build up from walls in prep and dish washing areas.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace opening in lower wall under 3- compartment sink and hand washing sink in rear prep area.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Must replace missing filter at ventilation hood.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Must clean debris build up at hood and filters of cooking equipment.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Clean floor in prep area of food debris and spills around grill area.

A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

Inspector’s note: Previous core violation #58 from inspection report# 2303350 dated 7/18/2019 not corrected. Certified food manager on duty with no allergen training certification. Must provide. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Must detail clean/sanitize interior bottom of refrigeration units of food debris.

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

Inspector’s note: Must provide covered receptacle for restroom at rear used by female employees.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Clean floor in prep area of food debris and spills around grill area.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Must remove clutter in utility closet, organize and maintain at all times.

A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

Inspector’s note: Previous core violation #58 from inspection report# 2303350 dated 7/18/2019 not corrected. Certified food manager on duty with no allergen training certification. Must provide. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed unfinished wood on the shelves in the dry storage area. Instructed to paint or seal

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: No ventilation system in the rear toilet room. Instructed to provide and maintain