The Ocky Way Tobacco and Food Grill
2 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60624
Grocery Store ZIP 60624 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Sep 2, 2026
The Ocky Way Tobacco and Food Grill was last inspected on September 2, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 5 violations.
Latest inspection
September 2, 2026 · Complaint Re-Inspection
Result: Pass
5 general-
GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: 2-402.11 observed food handler not wearing hair restraint. All food handlers must wear proper hair restraints.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: 4-602.13 observed debris on interior and exterior surfaces of coolers, freezer, shelving units, holding units. Instructed manager to clean and maintain all food and non-food contact surfaces and equipment.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: 5-501.115 observed debris on ground around outside dumpster. Instructed manager to clean and maintain outside garbage area.
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 observed debris on floor along walls and corners in prep, dishwashing, storage, and washroom areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain floors in all areas.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.11 observed stained ceiling tiles in sales and storage areas. Instructed manager to replace all stained ceiling tiles.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspection history
11 inspections on record
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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 no person in charge with valid chicago food sanitation certificate. Instructed manager to designate person in charge during all hours of operation. Priority foundation
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed food handler not wearing hair restraint. All food handlers must wear proper hair restraints.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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GeneralFood handling
Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed single service articles not inverted. Instructed manager to invert all single service articles to protect from contamination.
Official wording (code 45)
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed debris on interior and exterior surfaces of coolers, freezer, shelving units, holding units. Instructed manager to clean and maintain all food and non-food contact surfaces and equipment.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed leaking faucet on 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed debris on ground around outside dumpster. Instructed manager to clean and maintain outside garbage area.
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed soiled mop heads stored on floor. Instructed manager to properly hang mop heads to prevent insect breeding.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed debris on floor along walls and corners in prep, dishwashing, storage, and washroom areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain floors in all areas.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed stained ceiling tiles in sales and storage areas. Instructed manager to replace all stained ceiling tiles.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Previous core violations not corrected from report #2637178 on 5-20-26:38-observed 1/4" gap between front entry doors. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on doors to prevent pest entry. 47-observed raw wood shelving in rear storage area. Instructed manager to seal all raw wood surfaces to make smooth and easily cleanable. 57-observed no food handler training available. All employees handling food and equipment must provide food handler training. Priority foundation 7-42-090 citation issued
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no chicago food sanitation manager on site or valid certificate posted when tcs food (ground beef) prepared and served. A chicago food sanitation manager must be on site and valid certificate posted at all times tcs food prepared and served. Priority foundation 7-38-012 citation issued
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: 6-202.15 observed 1/4" gap between front entry doors. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on doors to prevent pest entry.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: 3-305.11 observed food items stored on floor in rear storage area. Instructed manager to elevate all food items six inches off floor.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: 4-101.17 observed raw wood shelving in rear storage area. Instructed manager to seal all raw wood surfaces to make smooth and easily cleanable.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed no food handler training available. All employees handling food and equipment must provide food handler training.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed 1/4" gap between front entry doors. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on doors to prevent pest entry.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed chips stored on floor in rear storage area. Instructed manager to elevate all food items six inches off floor.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed raw wood shelving in rear storage area. Instructed manager to seal all raw wood surfaces to make smooth and easily cleanable.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed outside garbage area not maintained. Dumpster overflowing with trash and lids not tight fitting. Instructed manager to clean and maintain outside garbage area. Priority foundation 7-38-020(b) citation issued
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Previous core violations not corrected from report #2621988 on 8-8-25:40-observed food handler in the kitchen preparing food without proper hair restraint. Must provide and maintain.51-observed a leaky pipe underneath the 3 comp sink. Must repair and maintain.53- observed the washroom door not self closing as required. Must provide and maintai a self closing device.55-observed ceiling tile in poor repair and/or missing. Must repair and maintain. Priority foundation 7-42-090 citation issued
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Observed no food handler training available. All employees handling food and equipment must provide food handler training.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
6 general Show violations
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed food handler in the kitchen preparing food without proper hair restraint. Must provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed a leaky pipe underneath the 3 comp sink. Must repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed the washroom door not self closing as required. Must provide and maintai a self closing device.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Must detail clean and maintai all fixture in the washroom. Also clean the floors
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Floor need cleaning through out to remove spills and debris. Also clean floor drains to remove orgainc matter to prevent breeding place for pests. Also keep floors dry as possible. Clean the floors inside the walk in cooler.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed ceiling tile in poor repair and/or missing. Must repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
5 general1 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: Instructed to provide thermometers for inside cooling units on premise
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed prep cooling units on the premises with excessive amounts of dried food debris on interior and exterior surfaces. Must remove foil lining from shelving units and maintain smooth and easily clean surfaces.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed 3-compartment sink piping underneath sink basins with leak dripping into bucket. Instructed to repair and maintain in good condition.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed toilet room door not self closing. Instructed to provide
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed 2 large holes in wall in rear prep/dish area near plumbing. Instucted to enclose said holes and provide smooth and easily cleanable walls.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: No food handling certificates on premise for review. Must provide
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Fail
Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SINK AVAILABLE IN FRONT PREP AREA DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TO ALLOW CONVENIENT USE BY EMPLOYEES IN FOOD PREP/ DISPENSING AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-030 (c). NO CITATION ISSUED.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: Instructed to provide thermometers for inside cooling units on premise.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed prep cooling units on the premises with excessive amounts of dried food debris on interior and exterior surfaces. Must remove foil lining from shelving units and maintain smooth and easily clean surfaces.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed 3-compartment sink piping underneath sink basins with leak dripping into bucket. Instructed to repair and maintain in good condition.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed toilet room door not self closing. Instructed to provide
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed 2 large holes in wall in rear prep/dish area near plumbing. Instucted to enclose said holes and provide smooth and easily cleanable walls.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: No food handling certificates on premise for review. Must provide
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hands weren’t washed properly or when required.
Inspector’s note: Observed food employees handling a cash payment without washing their hands afterward, then proceeding to prepare chicken wings and fries, which were passed to customers through the drive-through window. Instructed person in charge to wash hands after engaging in activities that could contaminate the hands. Priority violation. #7-38-010. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 8)
Hands clean & properly washed
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SINK AVAILABLE IN FRONT PREP AREA DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TO ALLOW CONVENIENT USE BY EMPLOYEES IN FOOD PREP/ DISPENSING AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-030 (c). NO CITATION ISSUED.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER AVAILABLE AT THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA. NOTED TEMPERATURE AT 59.5F. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT WATER AT LEAST 100F AND MAINTAIN PROPER HANDWASHING. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-030 (c). CITATION ISSUED.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: OBSERVED BLOCKED HANDSINK ON PREMISE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. NOTED PHYSICAL OBSTRUCTIONS SUCH AS INDOOR LARGE FLY TRAP STORED INSIDE SINK BASIN, HEAVY DUTY WIRED STORAGE CART WITH MEAT SLICER, AND BULK CONTAINER OF CHICKEN BREADING IN PLACE ON TOP SHELF STORED DIRECTLY IN FRONT OF SAID HANDSINK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL SAID ITEMS TO ACCESSTHE HANDWASHING SINK FOR PROPER HANDWASHING.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030 (c). CITATION ISSUED.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: Instructed to provide thermometers for inside cooling units on premise.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed prep cooling units on the premises with excessive amounts of dried food debris on interior and exterior surfaces. Must remove foil lining from shelving units and maintain smooth and easily clean surfaces.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed 3-compartment sink piping underneath sink basins with leak dripping into bucket. Instructed to repair and maintain in good condition.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed toilet room door not self closing. Instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed 2 large holes in wall in rear prep/dish area near plumbing. Instucted to enclose said holes and provide smooth and easily cleanable walls.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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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 site during the time of inspection while preparing and serving tcs foods (grilled chicken salad, chicken wings, italian beef, ground beef, sandwiches.)instructed to provide at least one certified food manager with a valid original certificate posted while open and operating. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-012. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: No food handling certificates on premise for review. Must provide.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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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 no person in charge with foodservice manager sanitation training.
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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CriticalManagement & training
Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.
Inspector’s note: Observed blank copies of employee health policy on site. Instructed facility to maintain policy with verifiable signed copies on site for all food employees in acknowledgment of reporting agreement. (copies signed on site during inspection) priority foundation violation #7-38-010.citation issued.
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no chemical test kit available during inspection. Instructed manager to provide test kit for proper concentration in sanitizing solutions.(manager obtained chlorine test strips at end of inspection) priority foundation 7-38-005 citation issued.
Official wording (code 48)
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed build up in tracks of sliding door cooler(meat, fish stored) in rear prep area. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed excessive build up of grease on filters in hood ventilation system. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no valid original city of chicago certificate on site at time of inspection. Instructed person in charge to post original certificate and maintain on site at all times as well as certified manager. Priority foundation 7-38-012. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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Pass
License · Pass
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed front door and rear exit door with a small opening under both doors. Instructed to seal openings as a means of preventing possible pest and insect harboring.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacle in toilet room. Instructed to provide and maintain on site.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed ceiling tiles missing due to work being done, waiting for building inspection (parts on site)
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Observed no allergen training on site for for city of chicago certified food manager.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Not Ready
License · Not Ready
No violations
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