La Fonda Gto

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Aug 1, 2025 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   1 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 4-602.13 observed steam table shelving unit located in front prep area in need of cleaning. Instructed to remove dried food debris.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

2. Jul 23, 2025 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   2 general Show violations

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed evidence of pest activity on site during time of inspection. Noted approximately 45 small rodent droppings on floor in rear prep along walls near ice machine and stored glassware, under 3 compartment sink and behind cart containing dried kitchenware, in storage space near toilet rooms behind unused cooling units, along side windowsill on floor in front prep scattered along the wall and on steam table shelf in front prep area. Recommended to contact pest control, remove all said droppings, clean and sanitize. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-020 (a). Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed steam table shelving unit located in front prep area in need of cleaning. Instructed to remove dried food debris.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

3. Jun 12, 2025 No Entry

   Non-Inspection · No Entry

   No violations

4. Aug 20, 2024 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   1 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: 6-202.11 observed burned out light-bulbs in two lifght fixures in 3 c sink area. Instructed to replace bulbs and maintain lighting in the unit.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

5. Aug 13, 2024 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   1 critical5 general Show violations

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

     Inspector’s note: Noted internal temperatures of the following time/temperature control for safety food items inside the cold hold unit to be improper: chicken and pork 48.0f, and beef soup in large reach in cooler 46.4 f. Priority violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 22)

     Proper cold holding temperatures

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

     Inspector’s note: Noted no metal stem thermometer on site to monitor the internal food temperature of foods the facility may receive during deliveries (i.e. Packaged deli meat, hot dogs etc.). Facility must obtain and maintain proper thermometers on site. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005.

     Official wording (code 36)

     Thermometers provided & accurate

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Noted assorted food items inside freezers and refrigeration units food stored inside grocery bags. Instructed to properly store all food items inside approved food grade containers.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Noted some use of milk crates and cardboard boxes for elevation at the kitchen area, dishwashing area, and dry storage area. Instructed not to use milk crates for elevation to prevent hiding places for pest. Must provide appropriate shelving for storage. All food items must also be stored 6" away from the wall.

     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: Observed frease around the greas trap in the basement. Instructed to clean and mainatin to prevent attracting the pest.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed burned out light-bulbs in two lifght fixures in 3 c sink area. Instructed to replace bulbs and maintain lighting in the unit.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

6. Nov 29, 2023 Pass

   License · Pass

   2 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Found no back flow devices at utility sink or at ice machine; instructed to install back flow devices at sink and ice machine.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Found no self closing devices on washroom doors; instructed to install self closing devices at both doors.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: Instructed that all city of chicago food service managers must obtain the required food allergen training.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required