Culichi Town

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Jun 21, 2024 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   No violations

2. Jun 14, 2024 Fail

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

   2 critical1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: 2-101.11: pic without city of chicago certified manager certificate. Instd to obtain and maintain.

     Official wording (code 1)

     Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

   • CriticalRepeat violation

     A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.

     Inspector’s note: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION FROM 5/31/24 REPORT NOT CORRECTED. 25- 3-603.11: MISSING CONSUMER ADVISORY WITH DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER ON THE MENU. INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE ON THE MENU WHICH FOODS (EX. STEAK) CAN BE ORDERED UNDER COOKED/COOKED TO ORDER (STEAK, HAMBURGERS) AND WHICH FOODS ARE RAW (SUSHI, SHRIMP, AGUACHILES) WITH AN ASTERISK NEXT TO THOSE SPECIFIC ITEMS; AND THEN BY ASTERISKING THEM TO A FOOTNOTE THAT STATES THESE ITEMS ARE SERVED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED OR CONTAIN (OR MAY CONTAIN) RAW OR UNDERCOOKED INGREDIENTS AND ALSO A REMINDER STATEMENT SUCH AS "Consuming raw or undercooked MEATS, POULTRY, seafood, shellfish, or EGGS may increase your RISK of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions" PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED

     Official wording (code 59)

     Previous priority foundation violation corrected

   • PaperworkManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: 2-101.11: no valid city of chicago certified manager certificate posted, nor manager on site while handling tcs foods (shrimp, rice). Instd to have original certificate and mgr on duty at all times. Citation issued 7-38-012 priority foundation.

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

3. May 31, 2024 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   3 critical1 general2 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: Pic without city of chicago certified manager certificate. Instd to obtain and maintain.

     Official wording (code 1)

     Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

   • CriticalFood handling

     Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

     Inspector’s note: Interior chute of ice machine and surrounding surface soiled with excessive black substance. Ice is used for human consumption. Instd to dispose of ice, clean and sanitize ice machine and maintain. Citation issued 7-38-005 priority foundation

     Official wording (code 16)

     Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

   • CriticalFood handling

     No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

     Inspector’s note: MISSING CONSUMER ADVISORY WITH DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER ON THE MENU. INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE ON THE MENU WHICH FOODS (EX. STEAK) CAN BE ORDERED UNDER COOKED/COOKED TO ORDER (STEAK, HAMBURGERS) AND WHICH FOODS ARE RAW (SUSHI, SHRIMP, AGUACHILES) WITH AN ASTERISK NEXT TO THOSE SPECIFIC ITEMS; AND THEN BY ASTERISKING THEM TO A FOOTNOTE THAT STATES THESE ITEMS ARE SERVED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED OR CONTAIN (OR MAY CONTAIN) RAW OR UNDERCOOKED INGREDIENTS AND ALSO A REMINDER STATEMENT SUCH AS "Consuming raw or undercooked MEATS, POULTRY, seafood, shellfish, or EGGS may increase your RISK of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions" PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED

     Official wording (code 25)

     Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

   • GeneralRepeat violation

     A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

     Inspector’s note: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM 2/3/23 REPORT 2570746 NOT CORRECTED: 41 4-901.12: Wiping Cloths, Air Drying Location OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHES LAYING ON THE COUNTER TOP AND PREP STATIONS. MUST PROPERLY STORED WHEN NOT IN USE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION. 47 4-101.11(B, C, D, E): Characteristics- Materials for Construction and Repair CERAMIC/CLAY DRINKING CUPS ON SITE. INSTD TO ENSURE CUPS ARE LEAD FREE OR LEAD SAFE LEVELS AND MAINTAIN DOCUMENTATION OF SUCH ON SITE; OR REMOVE CUPS FROM PREMISES 49 4-601.11(C): (C) NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, FOOD residue, and other debris. OBSERVED STORAGE RACKS IN THE PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. 55 6-501.12: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions FLOORS AND FLOOR DRAINS THROUGH OUT NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE DEBRIS, AND HEAVILY STAINED. WALLS THROUGH OUT PREP AREA WITH FOOD…

     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: No valid city of chicago certified manager certificate posted, nor manager on site while handling tcs foods (shrimp, rice). Instd to have original certificate and mgr on duty at all times. #7-38-012 priority foundation.

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: See 60

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

4. Feb 1, 2024 No Entry

   Non-Inspection · No Entry

   No violations

5. Feb 3, 2023 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   1 critical5 general2 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: Pic without city of chicago certified manager certificate. Instd to obtain and maintain.

     Official wording (code 1)

     Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

   • GeneralFood handling

     Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed wiping clothes laying on the counter top and prep stations. Must properly stored when not in use in sanitizing solution.

     Official wording (code 41)

     Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Ceramic/clay drinking cups on site. Instd to ensure cups are lead free or lead safe levels and maintain documentation of such on site; or remove cups from premises

     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 storage racks in the prep and dish washing areas dirty. Must clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Floors and floor drains through out not clean, excessive debris, and heavily stained. Walls through out prep area with food spills, splatter. Instd to clean and 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 missing and damaged ceiling tiles in the rear prep and dish washing areas. Also craked floor tiles in the dish washing area. Must repair and maintain.

     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: No valid city of chicago certified manager certificate posted, nor manager on duty while handling tcs foods (shrimp, rice). Instd to have original certificate and mgr on duty at all times. #7-38-012 priority foundation.

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: Missing proof of food handler training for all employees. Instd to obtain training and maintain certification on site.

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

6. Dec 20, 2022 No Entry

   Complaint Re-Inspection · No Entry

   2 critical3 general2 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: : 2-101.11: pic without city of chicago certified manager certificate. Instd to obtain and maintain

     Official wording (code 1)

     Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

   • CriticalFood handling

     No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

     Inspector’s note: 3-603.11: MISSING DISCLOSURE FOR CONSUMER ADVISORY ON THE MENU. INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE ON THE MENU WHICH FOODS (EX. STEAK) CAN BE ORDERED UNDER COOKED/COOKED TO ORDER AND WHICH FOODS ARE RAW (SUSHI, SHRIMP, AGUACHILES)WITH AN ASTERISK NEXT TO THOSE SPECIFIC ITEMS; AND THEN BY ASTERISKING THEM TO A FOOTNOTE THAT STATES THESE ITEMS ARE SERVED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED OR CONTAIN (OR MAY CONTAIN) RAW OR UNDERCOOKED INGREDIENTS AND ALSO A REMINDER STATEMENT SUCH AS "Consuming raw or undercooked MEATS, POULTRY, seafood, shellfish, or EGGS may increase your RISK of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions" PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005

     Official wording (code 25)

     Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.111 Inspector Comments: OVER 30 LIVE FRUIT FLIES NOTED IN BAR AREA AND REAR PREP AREA.INSTD TO REMOVE ALL FLIES, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. 7-38-020(A). CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION

     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: 4-101.11(b, c, d, e) : ceramic/clay drinking cups on site. Instd to ensure cups are lead free or lead safe levels and maintain documentation of such on site; or remove cups from premises

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 : floor drains through out not clean, excessive debris, and heavily stained. Walls through out prep area with food spills, splatter. Instd to clean and 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: 2-101.11 Inspector Comments: NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER CERTIFICATE POSTED, NOR MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE HANDLING TCS FOODS (SHRIMP, RICE). INSTD TO HAVE ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE AND MGR ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES. 7-38-012 PRIORITY FOUNDATION

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: MISSING PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. INSTD TO OBTAIN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN CERTIFICATION ON SITE

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

7. Dec 13, 2022 Fail

   Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail

   2 critical3 general2 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: 2-101.11: pic without city of chicago certified manager certificate. Instd to obtain and maintain

     Official wording (code 1)

     Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

   • CriticalFood handling

     No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

     Inspector’s note: 3-603.11 Inspector Comments: MISSING DISCLOSURE FOR CONSUMER ADVISORY ON THE MENU. INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE ON THE MENU WHICH FOODS (EX. STEAK) CAN BE ORDERED UNDER COOKED/COOKED TO ORDER AND WHICH FOODS ARE RAW (SUSHI, SHRIMP, AGUACHILES)WITH AN ASTERISK NEXT TO THOSE SPECIFIC ITEMS; AND THEN BY ASTERISKING THEM TO A FOOTNOTE THAT STATES THESE ITEMS ARE SERVED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED OR CONTAIN (OR MAY CONTAIN) RAW OR UNDERCOOKED INGREDIENTS AND ALSO A REMINDER STATEMENT SUCH AS "Consuming raw or undercooked MEATS, POULTRY, seafood, shellfish, or EGGS may increase your RISK of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions" PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005

     Official wording (code 25)

     Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: : 6-501.111 Inspector Comments: OVER 30 LIVE FRUIT FLIES NOTED IN BAR AREA AND REAR PREP AREA.INSTD TO REMOVE ALL FLIES, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A). CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION

     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: 4-101.11(B, C, D, E) Inspector Comments: CERAMIC/CLAY DRINKING CUPS ON SITE. INSTD TO ENSURE CUPS ARE LEAD FREE OR LEAD SAFE LEVELS AND MAINTAIN DOCUMENTATION OF SUCH ON SITE; OR REMOVE CUPS FROM PREMISES

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 Inspector Comments: FLOOR DRAINS THROUGH OUT NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE DEBRIS, AND HEAVILY STAINED. WALLS THROUGH OUT PREP AREA WITH FOOD SPILLS, SPLATTER. INSTD TO CLEAN AND 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: 2-101.11 Inspector Comments: NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER CERTIFICATE POSTED, NOR MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE HANDLING TCS FOODS (SHRIMP, RICE). INSTD TO HAVE ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE AND MGR ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012 PRIORITY FOUNDATION

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: MISSING PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. INSTD TO OBTAIN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN CERTIFICATION ON SITE

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

8. Nov 18, 2022 Fail

   Complaint · Fail

   3 critical4 general2 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: Pic without city of chicago certified manager certificate. Instd to obtain and maintain

     Official wording (code 1)

     Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

   • CriticalFood source

     Food was spoiled, contaminated, or unsafe.

     Inspector’s note: Observed unsafe, spoiled raw steak in prep cooler. Steak is gray in color and foul smelling. Steak discarded and denatured at this time. Approx 10lbs $150 value. Citation issued 7-38-005 priority

     Official wording (code 13)

     Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated

   • CriticalFood handling

     No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

     Inspector’s note: MISSING DISCLOSURE FOR CONSUMER ADVISORY ON THE MENU. INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE ON THE MENU WHICH FOODS (EX. STEAK) CAN BE ORDERED UNDER COOKED/COOKED TO ORDER AND WHICH FOODS ARE RAW (SUSHI, SHRIMP, AGUACHILES)WITH AN ASTERISK NEXT TO THOSE SPECIFIC ITEMS; AND THEN BY ASTERISKING THEM TO A FOOTNOTE THAT STATES THESE ITEMS ARE SERVED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED OR CONTAIN (OR MAY CONTAIN) RAW OR UNDERCOOKED INGREDIENTS AND ALSO A REMINDER STATEMENT SUCH AS "Consuming raw or undercooked MEATS, POULTRY, seafood, shellfish, or EGGS may increase your RISK of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions" PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005

     Official wording (code 25)

     Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Over 30 live fruit flies noted in bar area and rear prep area.instd to remove all flies, clean and sanitize affected areas. Citation issued 7-38-020(a). Contact pest control for service. Priority foundation

     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: Side exit door, not protected, approx 1/4 inch gap at bottom of door. Instd to repair so as to be tight fitting and rodent proof

     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: Ceramic/clay drinking cups on site. Instd to ensure cups are lead free or lead safe levels and maintain documentation of such on site; or remove cups from premises

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Floor drains through out not clean, excessive debris, and heavily stained. Walls through out prep area with food spills, splatter. Instd to clean and 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: No valid city of chicago certified manager certificate posted, nor manager on duty while handling tcs foods (shrimp, rice). Instd to have original certificate and mgr on duty at all times. Citation issued 7-38-012 priority foundation

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: Missing proof of food handler training for all employees. Instd to obtain training and maintain certification on site

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

9. Nov 9, 2022 No Entry

   Complaint · No Entry

   No violations

10. Oct 17, 2022 No Entry

    Complaint · No Entry

    No violations

11. Jun 29, 2022 No Entry

    Non-Inspection · No Entry

    No violations

12. Jul 19, 2021 Pass

    License Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

13. Jul 16, 2021 Fail

    License · Fail

    3 critical1 general Show violations

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: 5-204.11 front service bar in need of hand sink. Must install with soap and paper towels

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFood source

      Required records (shellfish tags, parasite-destruction logs) were missing.

      Inspector’s note: 3-402.12(b) 3-402.12b -no written agreement or statement from the supplier stating the fish supplied for ceviche is frozen to required time and temperature. Instd to provide same and maintain.

      Official wording (code 14)

      Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: 3-603.11 consumer advisory and disclaimer must be added to menu where raw fish product is offered for sale. Instructed to properly provide.

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • GeneralFood temperature

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

      Inspector’s note: 4-301.11 all refrigeration must be on and available for testing. Instructed to correct and maintain.

      Official wording (code 33)

      Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

14. Jun 25, 2021 Not Ready

    License · Not Ready

    No violations

15. May 6, 2021 No Entry

    License · No Entry

    No violations