La Flor de Acapulco

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Apr 29, 2025 No Entry

   Non-Inspection · No Entry

   No violations

2. Jan 22, 2025 No Entry

   Non-Inspection · No Entry

   No violations

3. Oct 4, 2024 No Entry

   Non-Inspection · No Entry

   No violations

4. Oct 4, 2024 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   5 general Show violations

   • GeneralFood handling

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

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

     Official wording (code 37)

     Food properly labeled; original container

   • GeneralFood handling

     Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

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

     Official wording (code 41)

     Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated grease and food debris on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment, prep tables, coolers, freezers, shelving units. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the hot water handle of the 3 comparment broken. Instructed to repair, replace and maintain

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed a heavy accumulation of dirt, dust, grease, food splatter and food debris on the walls and floors especially along the hot food service line under and around the cooking equipment and non cooking equipment. Instructed to clean and maintain all areas.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

5. Sep 10, 2024 No Entry

   Non-Inspection · No Entry

   No violations

6. Aug 23, 2024 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   2 critical6 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no hand soap available at handsink in prep. Instructed to provide handsoap at all times. (corrected on site-manager provided soap) priority foundation violation 7-38-030 (c) citation issued

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no paper towels at exposed hand washing sink in prep area. Instructed to maintain paper towels at all exposed hand washing sinks at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). Citation combined with above violation.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • GeneralFood handling

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

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

     Official wording (code 37)

     Food properly labeled; original container

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 15-30 mouse droppings on the floor along the wall base behind the water heater tank. Management instructed to clean and remove all rodent droppings from all affected areas and contact pest control to eliminate all pest activity from the premises. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a)

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFood handling

     Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

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

     Official wording (code 41)

     Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated grease and food debris on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment, prep tables, coolers, freezers, shelving units. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the hot water handle of the 3 comparment broken. Instructed to repair, replace and maintain

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed a heavy accumulation of dirt, dust, grease, food splatter and food debris on the walls and floors especially along the hot food service line under and around the cooking equipment and non cooking equipment. Instructed to clean and maintain all areas.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

7. Jun 9, 2023 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   3 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed frozen rice stored in plastic grocery bags in the freezer. Management instructed to store all food in food grade storage bags or containers only.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Clean the sides of the grill and the top and sides of the stove.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Clean the food debris on the wall behind the grill.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

8. Aug 19, 2022 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   1 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Noted storage shelving made out of unsealed wood in the dish area (spice rack) and inside the outside dry storage shed. Instructed management to paint or refinish all unsealed wood to provide a smooth, cleanable, and nonabsorbent surface.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: Noted allergen training certificates to be expired. Instructed management that all city of chicago food managers must complete allergen training and keep valid certificates on site.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

9. Aug 12, 2022 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   7 general2 paperwork Show violations

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Noted a 1/2 inch gap along the side of the rear dish area exit door. Instructed management to seal door to prevent rodent/pest entry and maintain.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 15 mouse droppings on the floor along the wall base behind the chest freezer and on a storage shelf inside the storage garage, 5 droppings behind the coffee prep station, and 5 droppings underneath the bottom shelf inside the front closet. Also noted approximately 8 live flies inside the dish washing area on clean dishes, cutting boards, walls, and on the ventilation hood. Management instructed to clean and remove all rodent droppings from all affected areas and contact pest control to eliminate all pest activity from the premises. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a)

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Noted storage shelving made out of unsealed wood in the dish area (spice rack) and inside the outside dry storage shed. Instructed management to paint or refinish all unsealed wood to provide a smooth, cleanable, and nonabsorbent surface.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Found dirt and debris build up on the hot sauce storage shelves near the expo window. Instructed to clean.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Found the middle compartment drain plug to be broken. Instructed to repair plug to seal completely and maintain.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Found garbage, dirt, and debris on the floor underneath and behind the bar equipment and on the floor throughout the storage garage where the walk-in cooler is located. Instructed management to clean floors in said areas and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Found heavy dust build up on the ventilation fan covers inside the womens and mens washrooms. Instructed to clean.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no city of chicago certified food manager on the premises while tcs foods (pork, shirmp) were being prepared and served. Instructed management that a city of chicago certified food manager must be present at all times while tcs foods are being prepared or served. Priority foundation 7-38-012. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: Noted allergen training certificates to be expired. Instructed management that all city of chicago food managers must complete allergen training and keep valid certificates on site.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

10. Jul 9, 2021 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    4 general Show violations

    • GeneralFood handling

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

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

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

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

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed leaky faucet base at the 3-compartment sinks in front bar area and rear dishwashing area. Must repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a few water damaged in rear of bar area. Must repair/replace and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

11. May 9, 2019 Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    4 critical2 general2 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no written employee health policy on the premises. Management instructed to have a signed employee health policy for each employee. Priority foundation 7-38-010. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 3)

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

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no clean up procedure and supplies on the premises for vomit and diarrheal events. Management instructed to provide both. Priority foundation 7-38-005. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalFood temperature

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed ready-to-eat, tcs foods (ceviche and salsa) held over 24 hours not date marked to indicate the date in which the food must be discarded or consumed. Management instructed to date mark all ready-to-eat, tcs foods held over 24 hours. Priority foundation 7-38-005. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no consumer advisory disclosure or reminder statement on the menu for raw or undercooked foods. Management instructed to disclose and describe which foods can be ordered raw or undercooked and link those items to a reminder statement on the menu. Priority foundation 7-38-005. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed frozen shrimp stored in a plastic grocery bag in the freezer. Management instructed to store all food in food grade storage bags or containers only.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Clean the interior sides of the microwave.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a food handling employee with an expired food handler certificate. Must provide a valid certificate for all employees.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the certified food manager without an allergen training certificate. Must show proof of allergen training for all certified food managers.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

12. Sep 14, 2017 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    8 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored in freezer and 2 door cooler with no visible date or labels. Instructed manager to provide dates/labels for all food items, in storage. Maintain at all times.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed wooden cutting board in dish pit area in poor repair. Instructed manager to replace and maintained at all times. Ensure that surface is smooth and easily cleanable.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed interior of storage cabinets behind bar, with rust and stains, throughout. Instructed manager to detail clean, resurface and ensure surface is smooth and easily cleanable. Maintain at all times.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed chipped paint and cracked wall, near booth located by front window located on north/west corner of operaration. Instructed manager to repair and maintain at all times.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed front beer display cooler with no light bulb. Instructed manager to provide light bulb. Also observed 4 burned out lights over front bar counter. Instructed manager to repair and maintain at all times.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed slow draining hand sink in cook line area. Instructed manager to repair and maintain. Observed drain, on far right sink, at the 3 compartment sink in dish area not draining properly. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Observed no visible thermometer in 2 door reach-in cooler at cook line. Instructed manager to provide. Maintained at all times.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Observed clutter in all storage cabinets behind bar. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times, to prevent pest harboage.

13. Dec 2, 2016 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the upright freezer, interior not clean, instructed to defrost and clean.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed standing water behind bar and in the pass thru window room,instructed to remove keep floor dry.

14. May 16, 2016 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

15. May 4, 2016 Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    1 critical4 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090

      Inspector’s note: Previous serious violation not corrected from report # 1763709 date 4/27/2016.#29 still no exposed hand sinks with hot and cold running water in the rear prep/dish room and behind the bar. Must install. Critical violation 7-42-090.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed food stored in grocery bags in freezer, instructed to provide proper food grade containers,or food grade bagsgies, ziploc. Also observed rusty storage shelves in rear garage walk-in cooler, instructed to remove rust.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed up right freezer not clean, instructed to defrost and clean.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed water damaged ceiling tiles, instructed to replace. Also clean ceiling hood, and wall behind cooking area. Clean kitchen light shields.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Clutter in rear yard before garage, instructed to organize and remove items not being used.

16. Apr 27, 2016 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    5 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090

      Inspector’s note: Observed the following minor violations not corrected from report #1576140 date 9/25/2015, correct by date 12/25/2015. Violation # 38 must install exposed hand washing sinks with hot and cold running water in the rear prep/dish room and behind the bar. Violation #45 no food handler certificates for employees, must provide food handler certificates for all employees that are required. Serious violation 7-42-090.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed food stored in grocery bags in rear freezer, instructed to provide proper food grade container, or food grade baggies/ziploc. Also observed rusty storage shelves in rear garage walk-in cooler, instructed to remove rust. Observed raw wood under two burner stove, instructed to remove raw wood, need to provide metal table.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the rear up right freezer not clean, instructed to defrost and clean.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed water damaged ceiling tiles, instructed to replace. Also clean ceiling hood and wall behind cooking area.clean kitchen light shields.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Clutter in rear yard before the garage, instructed to organize and remove items not being used.

17. Sep 25, 2015 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    9 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All shelving throughout kitchen need cleaning.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The following equipment need cleaning: interior and exterior of the rear prep tall reach-in cooler, kitchen exposed hand washing sink, interior of the ice machine,wall mounted fry slicer, blenders. Must clean and maintain all.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Missing floor baseboard coving in the womans washroom. Must replace. Missing/cracked floor tiles in the kitchen. Must replace.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Wall at the exposed hand sink,including the baseboard and rear prep table with food splatter. Must clean and maintain. Cracked and missing wall tiles in the womans washroom. Must replace.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Leak at the nozzle of the three compartment sink and under the same sink into a bucket. Must repair. Must install exposed hand washing sinks with hot and cold running water in the rear prep/dish room and behind the bar.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Must provide a metal stem thermometer and an internal thermometer for the cooks line two door cooler.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Gas bbq grills, unused equipment and all other stored items must be removed from the rear patio to prevent rodent harboring.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Cooks line wiping cloths must be stored in a clean container with a sanitizing solution.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: No food handler certificates for employees. Must provide food handler certificates for all employees that are required.

18. Dec 22, 2014 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    2 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LID OF GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMP SINK IN DISH WASHING AREA AND RUST FROM OVER HEAD DRAIN RACK AT SAME.MUST REPAIR RUSTED OUT LOWER SHELF OF STEAM TABLE.MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON SHELVING UNITS IN OUTSIDE POT STORAGE SHED.

    • 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 CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM WALLS IN PREP AREA.

19. Dec 11, 2014 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090

      Inspector’s note: Previous minor violations from report #1385377 6/5/14 not corrected #30- must label and date cooked foods in coolers and freezers.must label bulk food storage containers. #32-must remove rust from shelving units in walk in cooler,glass reach in cooler,lower shelf of steam table.must repair or replace missing door handle on glass reach in cooler & reach in freezer.must remove cardboard from shelving units in walk in cooler.#33-must clean grease and food debri from pipes,grill table,deep fryers,shelving units in coolers.must defrost some freezers.#34-must grout floor at pick up window.must repair or replace damaged and missing floor tiles in dining areas.#35-must repair or replace thresholds at front,rear,side & overhead doors,missing and loose wall bases,wall tiles & ceiling tiles in dining,toilet rooms,prep areas.must seal holes in walls in men's .must scrape and paint peeling paint on w

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must remove rust from lid of grease trap at 3- comp sink in dish washing area and rust from over head drain rack at same.must repair rusted out lower shelf of steam table.must scrape and paint peeling paint on shelving units in outside pot storage shed.

    • 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 grease and food debri from walls in prep area.

20. Jun 5, 2014 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    8 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must label & date cooked foods in coolers and freezers.must label bulk food storage containers.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must remove rust from shelving units in walk in cooler,glass reach in cooler,lower shelf of steam table.must repair or replace missing door handle on glass cooler & reach in freezer.must remove card board from shelves in walk in cooler.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean grease & food debri from pipes ,grill table,deep fryer,from shelving units in coolers.must defrost some freezers.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must grout floor at pick up window.must repair or replace damaged & missing floor tiles in dining areas.

    • 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 thresholds at front,rear,side & overhead doors,missing & loose wall bases, wall tile & ceiling tiles in dining ,toilet rooms,prep areas.must seal holes in walls in men's.must scrape & paint peeling paint on walls where needed.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean dead insects from light shields in prep area.must repair or replace loose light fixture in men's toilet room.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace vanity in women's in poor repair,leaky faucet at 3- comp sink dish area,leaky pipe & slow drain at prep area hand sink.must provide sink stoppers for 3- comp sink.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Must remove,eliminate,unnecessary articles from rear yard.

21. Jan 23, 2013 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must reseal/paint raw wood surface shelving under exhaust hood, replace stained cutting board at steam table, and provide door handle to sliding cooler door, violation still pending

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean light shield above prep table in kitchen, and provide shields in rear cooler area of kitchen, violation still pending

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must provide three sink stoppers for kitchen three compartment sink, violation still pending

22. Jan 9, 2013 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    5 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed about 10 mice dropping in outside storage area, where walk-in cooler is located, and outer door not rodent proof, approx. 1/4 gap opening at bottom of door, also noted about 20 rodent droppings in west side of restaurant where bar is located, and door not rodent proof, approx. 1/4 gap opening at bottom of door, instructed to clean all areas, and seal all doors, serious citation issued: 7-38-020

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090

      Inspector’s note: CONTINUED NONE CONPLIANCE ON PREVIOUS ORDERS ISSUED, 2/8/2012, FOR VIOLATION NUMBERS, (32) Gaskets not maintained or prep cooler doors. Instructed to replace worn gaskets. (33) Prep counter, cooking equipment, coolers, sinks, utensils, storage cabinets and shelves not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize. (34) Floor under and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily. (35) Ventilation covers through out not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: FOR 7-42-090

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must reseal/paint raw wood surface shelving under exhaust hood, replace stained cutting board at steam table, and provide door handle to sliding cooler door

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean light shield above prep table in kitchen, and provide shields in rear cooler area of kitchen

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must provide three sink stoppers for kitchen three compartment sink

23. Feb 15, 2012 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    8 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

      Inspector’s note: Multi use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert containers to prevent contamination before use.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Gaskets not maintained or prep cooler doors. Instructed to replace worn gaskets.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Prep counter, cooking equipment, coolers, sinks, utensils, storage cabinets and shelves not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Floor under and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Ventilation covers through out not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Faucet not maintained at exposed hand sink in prep area. Instructed to repair faucet to prevent leak and repair slow drain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Thermometer not provided inside prep cooler. Instructed to provide thermometer visible inside cooler.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Ice scoop stored inside ice machine. Instructed to store in sanitize holder or container.

24. Feb 8, 2012 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    10 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered

      Inspector’s note: Outside patio and garbage area not maintained. Outside dumpster overflowing with garbage and lid is not tight fitting. Bags of cans and other large debris stored outside on patio. Instructed to remove all debris, have garbage dumpster lids tight fitting and detail clean area to prevent rodent nuisance. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

      Inspector’s note: Multi use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert containers to prevent contamination before use.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Gaskets not maintained or prep cooler doors. Instructed to replace worn gaskets.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Prep counter, cooking equipment, coolers, sinks, utensils, storage cabinets and shelves not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Floor under and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Ventilation covers through out not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Faucet not maintained at exposed hand sink in prep area. Instructed to repair faucet to prevent leak and repair slow drain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Thermometer not provided inside prep cooler. Instructed to provide thermometer visible inside cooler.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Food handler not wearing hair restraint. Instructed to provided hair restraint for all employees in prep area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Ice scoop stored inside ice machine. Instructed to store in sanitize holder or container.

25. Apr 13, 2011 Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical4 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE IN REACH-IN COOLER (WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 41.8F). NOTED COOKED CHICKEN AT 47.2F, COOKED BEANS AT 48.2F, GREEN SALSA AT 46.8, RED SALSA AT 47.2F, CHICKEN SOUP AT 49.3F, CHORIZO AT 47.3F, CHICKEN AT 49.2F. MANAGER DISCARDED THE SAID FOOD PRODUCTS. TOTAL VALUE $25.00. TOTAL WEIGHT 5 LBS. CRITICAL CITATION 7-38-005 (A).

    • 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 CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE BEHIND UPPER PANEL.-------MUST CLEAN SODA GUN HOLDER BEHIND BAR.

    • 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. NOTED REAR DISH WASHING AREA FLOOR NOT CLEAN AND IN POOR REPAIR (MANAGER REMOVED FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT). INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REPAINT OR INSTALL NEW FLOOR TILES. MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.-------MUST FIX LOOSE AND MISSING FLOOR TILES IN REAR (CORNER) DINING AREA.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET NECK AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.-------MUST FIX HOT FAUCET HANDLE AT EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE KITCHEN (HOT WATER CONTINUOUSLY RUNNING).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. ADDITIONAL CLEANING IN REAR OUTSIDE PATIO AREA. MUST REMOVE CLUTTER TO PREVENT RODENT AND INSECT HARBORAGE ESPECIALLY INSIDE REAR GARAGE/STORAGE, USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.

26. Jun 7, 2010 Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical7 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Source sound condition, no spoilage, foods properly labeled, shellfish tags in place

      Inspector’s note: Molluscan shell stock shall be obtained in containers bearing legible source identification tags or labels. FOUND 2 BAGS OF CLAM WITHOUT SHELLFISH CERIFICATION TAGS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER A SHELLFISH TAG SHALL BE MAINTAINED WITH THE ORIGINAL ORIGINAL UNTIL EMPTIED AND THEN RETAINED FOR A PERIOD OF 90 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF RECEIPT. MANAGER DISCARDED THE SAID FOOD PRODUCTS. TOTAL VALUE $80.00 TOTAL WEIGHT 15 LBS. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005 (B-2)

    • 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 CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOLER, FREEZER, COOKING AND FOOD EQUIPMENT.

    • 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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.-----NOTED FLOOR TILES IN FOOD PREP AREA IN POOR REPAIR (LOOSE) AND MISSING FLOOR TILES IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND REPLACE.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. LIGHT MUST PROVIDED WITH LIGHTSHIELD INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER IN REAR.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to install self-closing device at ladies washroom door.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN FRONT BAR AND IN REAR.-----MUST REPAIR BROKEN VENTILATION IN MENS WASHROOM.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLER AND FREEZER.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN REAR OUTSIDE AREA, REAR STORAGE ROOM (GARAGE), TO PREVENT RODENT AND INSECT HARBORAGE.----NOTED LITTER ON GROUND NEXT TO THE RESTAURANT (MC VICKER AVE). INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.