Popeye's

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Jul 2, 2026 Fail

   Complaint · Fail

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   • CriticalManagement & training

     No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

     Inspector’s note: Observed person in charge without proof of food safety management training during time of inspection. Must provide.

     Official wording (code 1)

     Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Noted loose hotwater handle at front food service station. Instructed to repair and maintain

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralRepeat violation

     A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

     Inspector’s note: Noted continued non-compliance of violations not corrected in specified time fram from report #2632201 conducted on 3/05/2026. (16)4-602.11(b-e)//noted top interior of ice machine not clean. Instructed to remove ice, clean and sanitize all surfaces and maintain. (55)6-501.11// noted hole in ceiling of rear utility room instructed to seal. Restoring to a smooth surface---- 6-501.16// observed mops in utility closet in position that does not allow to dry properly and prevent pest harborage. Must store mops after use inverted on mount that allows for air-drying without soiling and pest harboraging. (57)2-102.13// observed no proof of training for all food handlers. Instructed to provide and maintain records at all times must correct core violations by the date on the report. Priority foundation violation #7-42-090. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 60)

     Previous core violation corrected

   • PaperworkManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed facility food handlers preparing and handling time and temperature control for safety(tcs) foods without original city of chicago food service certificate holder on site. Informed person in charge the certified manager and their original city of chicago food service certificate must remain posted on site during tcs food prep, cooking, serving and operating hours. Priority foundation violation #7-38-012. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

2. Mar 5, 2026 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

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   • CriticalFood handling

     Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

     Inspector’s note: 4-602.11(b-e)// noted top interior of ice machine not clean. Instructed to remove ice, clean and sanitize all surfaces and maintain.

     Official wording (code 16)

     Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.11// noted hole in ceiling of rear utility room instructed to seal. Restoring to a smooth surface---- 6-501.16// observed mops in utility closet in position that does not allow to dry properly and prevent pest harborage. Must store mops after use inverted on mount that allows for air-drying without soiling and pest harboraging.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: 2-102.13// observed no proof of training for all food handlers. Instructed to provide and maintain records at all times

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

3. Feb 23, 2026 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

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   • CriticalManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed facility with no bodily fluid spill kit and no corresponding clean up procedure for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed to provide appropriate supplies that correspond with clean up procedure and maintain both the policy and supplies on site at all times. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 5)

     Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

   • CriticalFood handling

     Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

     Inspector’s note: Noted top interior of ice machine not clean. Instructed to remove ice, clean and sanitize all surfaces and maintain.

     Official wording (code 16)

     Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Noted hole in ceiling of rear utility room instructed to seal. Restoring to a smooth surface

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed mops in utility closet in position that does not allow to dry properly and prevent pest harborage. Must store mops after use inverted on mount that allows for air-drying without soiling and pest harboraging.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no proof of training for all food handlers. Instructed to provide and maintain records at all times.

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

4. May 22, 2025 Pass

   Complaint · Pass

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   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Staff were eating, drinking, or smoking where food is prepared.

     Inspector’s note: Observed open cup of beverage on bottom of prep table in chicken prep area. Instructed manager to provide closed lid containers for employee beverages.

     Official wording (code 6)

     Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing sign at rear hand washing sink. Instructed manager to provide.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • GeneralFood handling

     In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed ice scoop handle laying inside ice. Instructed manager to store handle up to prevent contamination.

     Official wording (code 43)

     In-use utensils: properly stored

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: The rear hand washing and 1-compartment sink needs to be recaulked around the top. Instructed to recaulk around sinks and maintain.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed food debris on interior and exterior surfaces of fryers, holding units, prep tables, bulk containers, coolers, freexers, 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: The following plumbing issues must be fixed and maintained: -the leak at the faucet/knob on the mop sink. -leak at the hot water knob and the middle knob and faucet on the 3-compartment sink. -leak at the hot water knob on the 1-compartment sink.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Wall panels behind the 1 and 3-compartment sink damaged/in poor repair. Holes/openings in the walls by the register closest to door and by drive thru window. Instructed to replace wall panels and seal all openings in the walls. Maintain same.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed damaged baseboards, floor tiles and missing grout along floors and baseboards in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: NO ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES FOR CHICAGO CFMs. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

5. May 15, 2025 No Entry

   Complaint · No Entry

   No violations

6. Mar 20, 2025 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

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   • CriticalManagement & training

     No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

     Inspector’s note: OBSERVED MOD WITH NO CHICAGO CFM CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE MODs ON SITE WITH THE CFM CERTIFICATE AT ALL TIMES.

     Official wording (code 1)

     Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: The rear hand washing and 1-compartment sink needs to be recaulked around the top. Instructed to recaulk around sinks and maintain.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Storage racks and lower surface inside the reach in coolers/freezers with food and dirt. Instructed to clean and maintain racks and cooler/freezers surfaces.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: The following plumbing issues must be fixed and maintained: -the leak at the faucet/knob on the mop sink. -leak at the hot water knob and the middle knob and faucet on the 3-compartment sink. -leak at the hot water knob on the 1-compartment sink.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Mops stored in the mop buckets. Instructed to store hanging up for proper air drying. Maintain same.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Floors in the corners, storage areas, walk in cooler/freezers and under/around the heavy equipment with food, dirt and debris. Instructed to clean and maintain floors.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Rear storage area by mop sink with clutter. Instructed to eliminate clutter, organize the area and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Wall panels behind the 1 and 3-compartment sink damaged/in poor repair. Holes/openings in the walls by the register closest to door and by drive thru window. Instructed to replace wall panels and seal all openings in the walls. Maintain same.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • PaperworkManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no chicago certified food manager (cfm) on site while preparing/serving tcs foods (i.e. Chicken, fish, coleslaw, rice, etc.). Instructed to have a cfm on site at all times when preparing/serving tcs foods. 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: NO ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES FOR CHICAGO CFMs. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

7. Jun 10, 2024 Pass

   Short Form Complaint · Pass

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   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the floor drains and floors in the corners, under/around the storage racks, heavy equipment and sinks. Instructed to clean and maintain the floors throughout. Walls in the food prep area, around the sinks, coolers and cooking equipment with food, stains and dirt. Instructed to clean and maintain walls.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

8. Mar 27, 2024 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

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   • CriticalManagement & training

     No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

     Inspector’s note: OBSERVED MOD WITH NO CHICAGO CFM CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE MODs ON SITE WITH THE CFM CERTIFICATE AT ALL TIMES.

     Official wording (code 1)

     Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing soap at the rear hand washing sink in the dish washing area. Instructed to have all hand washing sinks stocked with handwashing soap. Maintain same. Priority foundation 7-38-030 citation issued

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

     Inspector’s note: Observed several packages of frozen chicken sitting in water in one of the comparments of the 3-compartment sink. Instructed to properly thaw under running (70f) water, by refrigeration or microwave.

     Official wording (code 35)

     Approved thawing methods used

   • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

     Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed a female employee not wearing a hair restraint while handling food. Instructed to have all employees (managers included) to wear a hair restraint when handling food and while in the food prep areas. Maintain same.

     Official wording (code 40)

     Personal cleanliness

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the floor drains and floors in the corners, under/around the storage racks, heavy equipment and sinks. Instructed to clean and maintain the floors throughout. Walls in the food prep area, around the sinks, coolers and cooking equipment with food, stains and dirt. Instructed to clean and maintain walls.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • PaperworkManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no chicago certified food manager (cfm) on site while preparing/serving tcs foods (i.e. Chicken, fish, coleslaw, rice, etc.). Instructed to have a cfm on site at all times when preparing/serving tcs foods. 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: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES FOR CHICAGO CFMs. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

9. Nov 22, 2023 Pass

   Short Form Complaint · Pass

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   • GeneralFood temperature

     Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

     Inspector’s note: 3-501.13 observed 3-4 vaccum packaged chicken stored in the wash compartment of the three compartment sink and inside of the one compartment sink in the dishwashing area and both compartments did not have running cold water. Instructed to use proper thawing methods such as thawing must occur with food placing tcs food items in the walk-in cooler overnight, or under cold running water. Instructed to maintain correct thawing procedures.

     Official wording (code 35)

     Approved thawing methods used

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: 6-202.15 observed the door sweep on the rear exit door slightly damaged. Instructed to rodent proof said door and maintain.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: 3-307.11: observed a disposable cup stored in the coleslaw stored in the walk-in cooler. Instructed to use utensils with handles to transfer ready to eat foods an other food items.

     Official wording (code 39)

     Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: 4-904.11: observed cooking kitchenware (metal deep pans, and clear food bins and lids) not inverted and with slight food debris build up on the shelving unit under the hot holding units in the dishwashing area. Instructed to wash said kitchenware and to invert said items to refrain from contaminating clean dishware.

     Official wording (code 44)

     Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: 4-301.12 observed the mechanical sink stopper on the sanitizing compartment not able to maintain water in the said basin. Instructed to repair said sink stopper and maintain.

     Official wording (code 48)

     Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c) observed food build up inside all of the compartments of the food equipment at the front service area (under the hot holding units and chicken hot holding units). Instructed to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.18: observed the men's toilet room with a build up of a brown like substance on the toilet, splatters of a substance on the floors, and toilet tissue on the floor. Instructed to clean and maintain said toilet room.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.11: observed the floors under the cooking equipment under the ventialtion hood with food and grease build up. Instructed to clean and maintain floors.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

10. Oct 4, 2023 Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

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    • GeneralFood temperature

      Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

      Inspector’s note: 3-501.13 observed 3-4 vaccum packaged chicken stored in the wash compartment of the three compartment sink and inside of the one compartment sink in the dishwashing area and both compartments did not have running cold water. Instructed to use proper thawing methods such as thawing must occur with food placing tcs food items in the walk-in cooler overnight, or under cold running water. Instructed to maintain correct thawing procedures.

      Official wording (code 35)

      Approved thawing methods used

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-202.15 observed the door sweep on the rear exit door slightly damaged. Instructed to rodent proof said door and maintain.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: 3-307.11: observed a disposable cup stored in the coleslaw stored in the walk-in cooler. Instructed to use utensils with handles to transfer ready to eat foods an other food items.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: 4-904.11: observed cooking kitchenware (metal deep pans, and clear food bins and lids) not inverted and with slight food debris build up on the shelving unit under the hot holding units in the dishwashing area. Instructed to wash said kitchenware and to invert said items to refrain from contaminating clean dishware.

      Official wording (code 44)

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: 4-301.12 observed the mechanical sink stopper on the sanitizing compartment not able to maintain water in the said basin. Instructed to repair said sink stopper and maintain.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c) observed food build up inside all of the compartments of the food equipment at the front service area (under the hot holding units and chicken hot holding units). Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the men's toilet room with a build up of a brown like substance on the toilet, splatters of a substance on the floors, and toilet tissue on the floor. Instructed to clean and maintain said toilet room.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the floors under the cooking equipment under the ventialtion hood with food and grease build up. Instructed to clean and maintain floors.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 4-202.18: observed fire extinguisher residue above the deep-frying station to the far right in the food prep area. Instructed to remove said residue from above the cooking equipment and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

11. Sep 11, 2023 Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

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    • GeneralFood temperature

      Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

      Inspector’s note: 3-501.13 observed 3-4 vaccum packaged chicken stored in the wash compartment of the three compartment sink and inside of the one compartment sink in the dishwashing area and both compartments did not have running cold water. Instructed to use proper thawing methods such as thawing must occur with food placing tcs food items in the walk-in cooler overnight, or under cold running water. Instructed to maintain correct thawing procedures.

      Official wording (code 35)

      Approved thawing methods used

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-202.15 observed the door sweep on the rear exit door slightly damaged. Instructed to rodent proof said door and maintain.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: 3-307.11: observed a disposable cup stored in the coleslaw stored in the walk-in cooler. Instructed to use utensils with handles to transfer ready to eat foods an other food items.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: 4-904.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED COOKING KITCHENWARE (METAL DEEP PANS, AND CLEAR FOOD BINS AND LIDS) NOT INVERTED AND WITH SLIGHT FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON THE SHELVING UNIT UNDER THE HOT HOLDING UNITS IN THE DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO WASH SAID KITCHENWARE AND TO INVERT SAID ITEMS TO REFRAIN FROM CONTAMINATING CLEAN DISHWARE.

      Official wording (code 44)

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: 4-301.12 observed the mechanical sink stopper on the sanitizing compartment not able to maintain water in the said basin. Instructed to repair said sink stopper and maintain.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c) observed food build up inside all of the compartments of the food equipment at the front service area (under the hot holding units and chicken hot holding units). Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 4-202.18: observed fire extinguisher residue above the deep-frying station to the far right in the food prep area. Instructed to remove said residue from above the cooking equipment and maintain.

      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 certified food manager with the original city of chicago food service manager certificate on site, while the time/temperature control for safety foods (chicken) has been prepared and served. Instructed a city of chicago certified food manager must be on site with the original city of chicago food service manager certificate posted at all times while foods are being prepared and served.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

12. Aug 29, 2023 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

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    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(a) observed black mold like substance on ice panel above the ice. Instructed to clean, sanitize and maintain. Ice machine is used for human consumption. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, citation issued

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the following tcs food held at improper cold holding temperatures ranging 46.7-62.4f stored inside the walk-in cooler. Ghost pepper wings (48.9f), chicken quarters (60.9f-61.3f), 3 boxes of chicken cut up (46.7-47.9f), coleslaw (48.9f), chicken tenderloins (62.4f), spicy tneders (48.3f), rice (62.4f) management discarded all affected food. Instructed cold holding foods must be 41 f or below and maintained at all times. Approximately 400lbs at $1,500. Priority violation 7-38-005, citation issued.

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

    • GeneralFood temperature

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed improper temperature of walk-in cooler with tcs foods stored inside for sale. The temperature of the unit was 50.9f. A held for inspection tag has placed on unit. Once repaired, email cdph in order get tag removed.instructed not to use walk-in cooler until reinspected by cdph and must have cold holding untis at 41.0f or below and maintain. Priority 7-38-005, citation issued

      Official wording (code 33)

      Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

      Inspector’s note: Observed 3-4 vaccum packaged chicken stored in the wash compartment of the three compartment sink and inside of the one compartment sink in the dishwashing area and both compartments did not have running cold water. Instructed to use proper thawing methods such as thawing must occur with food placing tcs food items in the walk-in cooler overnight, or under cold running water. Instructed to maintain correct thawing procedures.

      Official wording (code 35)

      Approved thawing methods used

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the door sweep on the rear exit door slightly damaged. Instructed to rodent proof said door and maintain.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed a disposable cup stored in the coleslaw stored in the walk-in cooler. Instructed to use utensils with handles to transfer ready to eat foods an other food items.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed cooking kitchenware (metal deep pans, and clear food bins and lids) not inverted and with slight food debris build up on the shelving unit under the hot holding units in the dishwashing area. Instructed to wash said kitchenware and to invert said items to refrain from contaminating clean dishware.

      Official wording (code 44)

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the mechanical sink stopper on the sanitizing compartment not able to maintain water in the said basin. Instructed to repair said sink stopper and maintain.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food build up inside all of the compartments of the food equipment at the front service area (under the hot holding units and chicken hot holding units). Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed fire extinguisher residue above the deep-frying station to the far right in the food prep area. Instructed to remove said residue from above the cooking equipment and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

13. Nov 14, 2022 Conditional

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food was prepared or served in a way that broke a specific city requirement.

      Inspector’s note: Observed cdph license suspension sign covered on door entrance door with advertisements on november 13, 2022 at 9:55pm. Person in charge was informed during previous inspection that cdph suspension signage shall not be altered, covered nor removed. Facility had advertisements removed at the time of reinspection on 11/14/22 and license suspension signage visible. Instructed manager to ensure license suspension signs are visible at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-42-050. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 63)

      Removal of suspension sign

14. Nov 8, 2022 Fail

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail

    2 critical Show violations

    • CriticalFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hot water at 3 compartment sink. Hot water at 3 compartment sink measured at 70 f. Manager had hot water tank serviced. Priority violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued

      Official wording (code 50)

      Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure

    • CriticalRepeat violation

      A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Observed previous priority foundation violations not corrected. Report #2566282 dated 10-31-2022 instructed facility treat all areas affected by roaches and small flies. Said report also instructed manager to comply with food allergen requirement. Observed 7 small flies and 6 roaches; observed certified food manager with no food allergen training. Instructed manager to service all areas affected by roaches and small flies; instructed manager to comply with food allergen requirement.

      Official wording (code 59)

      Previous priority foundation violation corrected

15. Oct 31, 2022 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    2 critical5 general1 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

      No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no person in charge with valid chicago food sanitation certificate upon arrival. Instructed manager to designate person in charge during all hours of operation.

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • CriticalFacility upkeep

      Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed inadequate waste water disposal at three compartment sink. When one compartment drains another one floods. Instructed manager to service 3 compartment sink. Priority violation 7-38-030 (c). Citation issued

      Official wording (code 52)

      Sewage & waste water properly disposed

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed 3 dead roaches in kitchen near dish area; observed 2 dead large rodents in dumpster area. Instructed manager to remove

      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 3 live roaches in kitchen area; observed 15 small flies throughout kitchen area including near service line, near dishes, and near utility area. Instructed manager to service all affected areas. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed 3 compartment sink with broken drain clog. Instructed manager to repair.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed 3 compartment sink with leak. Faucet cannot be turned off and constantly runs. Instructed manager to repair faucet.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Observed previous core violations not corrected within specified time frame. Report #2510735 dated 6-3-2022 instructed facility to clean walls, remove cardboard shelving on floor in walk in cooler and to acquire food allergen training for all certified food managers. Observed soil and debris build up on walls throughout facility; observed cardboard shelving on floor in walk in cooler. Observed no certified food manager with allergen training. Instructed manager to remove cardboard, clean walls, and ensure every certified food manager has food allergen training. Prirority foundation violation 7-42-090 citation issued.

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

    • PaperworkManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no certified food manager on duty while tcs foods are being prepared,handled and served such as (chicken,coleslaw,etc) must be on site at all times.(priority foundation 7-38-012)(citation issued)

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

16. Jun 3, 2021 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    7 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: Observed drain pipe under ice machine not properly fitting. Causing water leak at times when it drains. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed shelving inside walk in cooler lined with cardboard. Instructed to remove, clean, sanitize and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food and other debris on floors under shelving unit in walk in freezer. Instructed to remove, clean, sanitize and maintain area.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed floors and walls throughout facility with a build up of dirt and food debris. Food prep area, front area under cash register counter, near food hot holding units in front of facility, rear food prep area and dry storage area. Instructed to clean, sanitize and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed door in rear food prep area near hot water unit in need of repair and exposing raw wood. Instructed to repair and maintain for ease of cleaning and sanitizing.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed clutter in rear storage area near hot water unit, cardboard and other items on floor. Instructed to remove cardboard and any other unnecessary items from the floor. Clean, sanitize and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed build up of oil on hood ventilation system above fryers in food prep area. Instructed to clean and maintain as a means of preventing any possible food and non food contact surface contamination.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no city of chicago certified manager allergen training. Informed that all city certified food managers must obtain allergen training and provide on site.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

17. Sep 3, 2020 Pass

    License · Pass

    2 general2 paperwork Show violations

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Instructed manager to clean the exterior sides and wheels of the fryer to remove grease.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Must clean the filter and hood above fryers and line(pipe) above the hot holding to remove grease and debris.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Instructed manager to comply with the idph food handler requirements or citations will follow.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Instructed the manager to comply with the allergen training for all city of chicago certified manager or citation will follow.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required