Pass

Fat Johnnies Red Hots

7242 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60636

Restaurant ZIP 60636 Risk 2 (Medium)

Passed · as of Oct 2, 2026

Fat Johnnies Red Hots was last inspected on October 2, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found no violations.

Latest inspection

October 2, 2026 · Canvass Re-Inspection

Pass

Result: Pass

No violations

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

Inspection history

18 inspections on record

  1. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    8 general Show violations
    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Back door not rodent proofed, gaps noted all around, Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Food handler not wearing hair restraint, instructed to wear.

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Using tin cans to heat up food in, instructed to use proper container for food reheating.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: 3-comp sink not maintained, a hole noted at the side of right compartment. using caulk to seal cracks, instructed to replace sink. Priority foundation violation 7-38-025.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: No sanitizer test strips for chlorine on site, instructed to obtain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-025.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Prep tables and interior of cooler not clean, dirt and food debris noted. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Out side garbage not maintained, garbage receptacles not covered, trash on the ground , instructed to keep lids down and maintain surrounding dumpster area. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(b).

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Ceiling in poor repair, damaged sections, instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  2. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED INTERIOR CAVITY OF SMALL REACH-IN COOLER TO HAVE SEVERAL CRACKS AND GAPS BETWEEN WALL PANELS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE SMALL REACH-IN COOLER AND MAINTAIN ALL COLD-HOLDING EQUIPMENT IN GOOD REPAIR AND PROPER ADJUSTMENT.

      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: 6-501.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED CEILING PANELS IMPROPERLY REPAIRED NEAR THE EXTERIOR DOOR, LARGE GAPS BETWEEN PANELS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE CEILING PANELS NEAR EXTERIOR DOOR AND MAINTAIN ALL PHYSICAL FACILITIES IN GOOD REPAIR.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  3. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed incomplete pest control logbook on-site, not up-to-date (no service reports from 2023 or 2024). Instructed to provide updated pest control logbook with all required documentation as specified by law and maintain at all times. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-020(c) 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 interior cavity of small reach-in cooler to have several cracks and gaps between wall panels. Instructed to repair or replace small reach-in cooler and maintain all cold-holding equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.

      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 ceiling panels improperly repaired near the exterior door, large gaps between panels. Instructed to repair or replace ceiling panels near exterior door and maintain all physical facilities in good repair.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  4. Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the interior of the refrigerator dirty. Must detail 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 toilet fixture dirty in the washroom. Must clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Premises needs detail cleaning through out to remove spills, debris and litter.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the floor, wall, and ceiling in poor repair. Must seal all opening and holes. Also walls, and ceilings needs to be even, smooth, and easily cleanable.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  5. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical6 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Person in charge has no city sanitation certified as required.

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the food handlers not wearing hair restraint as required in the food prep area. Must provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the interior of the refrigerator dirty. Must detail clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed leaks at the 3 comp sink faucet. Must repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the toilet fixture dirty in the washroom. Must clean and maintain.

      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 floor, wall, and ceiling in poor repair. Must seal all opening and holes. Also walls, and ceilings needs to be even, smooth, and easily cleanable.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Premises needs detail cleaning through out to remove spills, debris and litter.

      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: Premises has no valid city of chicago certified manager on duty nor a valid sanitation certificate posted as rquired while tcs foods are being prepared, handled and served such as chili and hot dogs. Instructed manager to comply or more citations will be issued. Priority foundation citation issued #7-38-012

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

  6. Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Floor in poor repair, uneven surface. Instd to remove cardboard from floor and repair. . Holes in walls and ceiling need to be repaired and maintained. All floor, walls, and ceilings needs to be even, smooth, and easily cleanable. Raw wood surfaces noted through out. Instd to seal all raw wood surfaces.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  7. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    3 critical8 general Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: No employee health policy in place. Instd to provide a verifiable health policy. Priority foundation 7-38-010.

      Official wording (code 3)

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

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: No procedure in place for responding to vomitng and diarrheal events. Instd to provide procedure procedure and necessary supplies effective against norovirus. Priority foundation 7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Missing handwash signage at handwash sink. Instd to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Door not rodent proof, approx 1/2 inch gap at side of door. Instd to rodent proof same so as to be tight fitting.

      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: Aluminum foil on exterior of steam table. Instd to remove foil and maintain surface smooth, even and easily cleanable.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Interior/exterior of steam tables including steam table water and basins of sinks not clean, dbris. Instd to clean and maintain same.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 3-compartment sink slow draining. Instd to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Missing covered receptacle in toilet room. Instd to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Floor in poor repair, uneven surface. Instd to remove cardboard from floor and repair. . Holes in walls and ceiling need to be repaired and maintained. All floor, walls, and ceilings needs to be even, smooth, and easily cleanable. Raw wood surfaces noted through out. Instd to seal all raw wood surfaces.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Floor and walls through out not clean, food spills, debris. Instd to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Ventilation in toilet room in poor repair. Instd to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  8. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      * certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

      Inspector’s note: No city of chicago certified manager on duty while handling potentially hazardous foods (hot dogs). Instd to have on duty at all times. Violation 7-38-012 a serious.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Basins of 3-compartment sink, interior/exterior of steamer, all storage shelves through out not clean. Instd to clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Floor in poor repair, with worn, uneven surfaces. Instd to repair floor so as to be a smooth, even, easily cleanble surface.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Ceiling in poor repair, worn and uneven surface. Instd to repair same so as to be a smooth, even, easily cleanable surface.

  9. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Detail clean the prep counter, shelving, steam table.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Remove the cardboard flats from the floor.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Ice scoop stored inside of the ice bin. Must store the ice scoop in a clean container outside of the ice bin.

  10. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    6 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed front counter not maintained(foil on top/worn), instructed to remove foil and repair/replace counter.also remove cardboard from floor thru-out.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed front prep counter not clean, instructed to clean and sanitize. Tea drip tray full,instructed to remove and clean. Also clean and sanitize hot dog steamers.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed floor in poor repair, instructed to repair/replace floor thru-out.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed wall around front prep area with food splashes, instructed to clean/or repaint.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed some clutter in rear yard, instructed to organize propane/syrup tanks, and remove items not being used.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: Observed no food handler certificates on premises at this time, instructed to provide. Given copy of idph's food handler info. At this time.

  11. Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    8 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Single service articles must be properly stored and protected from contamination.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Remove rust deposits inside compartments of 3 compartment sink.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean interior and exterior of steam tables, hotholding units, prer tables,sinks,counter shelves. Food debris, grease build up.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean floor under all equipment along walls and in corners in prep area food debris, grease build up.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Seal all openings, cracks, crevices in all walls and ceilings.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Repair leaking facuet on exposed sink.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All food handlser must wear hair restraints.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Provide long handle utensils for dispensing ice.

  12. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical9 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed improper temperature of hot dogs 58.4f stored under counter and diced tomatoes 62.7f stored on top of counter in prep area. Instructed manager to discard approximately 10lbs of product. All cold food must maintain 40f or below during storage, display and service. Critical violation 7-38-005a citation issued.

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.

      Inspector’s note: Poor hygienic practices, observed manager touching open ice with bare hands and not washing hands after returning from outside. Instructed manager to wash hands between tasks and minimize bare hand contact with ready to eat food. Observed no paper towels at exposed sink. Instructed manager to provide for proper hand drying. Critical violation 7-38-010a citation issued.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation

      Inspector’s note: Improper food protection-observed three live dogs running near boxes of tomatoes used for restaurant stored in adjacent property visible through chute of same. Food must be protected from contamination and the elements while being stored. Serious violation 7-38-005a citation issued.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Single service articles must be properly stored and protected from contamination.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Remove rust deposits inside compartments of 3-compartment sink.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean interior and exterior of steam tables, holding units, prep tables, sinks, counter, shelves (food debris, grease buildup).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean floors under all equipment along walls and in all corners in prep area (food debris, grease buildup).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Seal all openings, cracks, crevices in all walls and ceilings.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Repair leaking faucet on exposed sink.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All food handlers must wear hair restraints.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Provide long handle utensils for dispensing ice.

  13. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Exterior of steam table, storage shelves, and interior of cooler not clean. Clean same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER HOLDING UNITS, STEAM TABLES, SINKS, COUNTERS, ETC ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS.

  14. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair DEFROST INTERIOR OF REFRIGERATOR AND FREEZER (ICE BUILDUP). REMOVE RUST DEPOSITS INSIDE 3-COMP SINK.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER HOLDING UNITS, STEAM TABLES, SINKS, COUNTERS, ETC ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS.

  15. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    6 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. OBSERVED 70-80 MICE DROPPINGS ON LEDGE UNDER 3-COMP SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS, HOLES, ETC ON EXTERIOR OF BUILDING. KEEP DOORS/WINDOWS CLOSED OR PROVIDE 16 MESH SCREEN TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED H74007 COURT DATE 8-25-11 AT 10 AM 400 W SUPERIOR ROOM 107.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair DEFROST INTERIOR OF REFRIGERATOR AND FREEZER (ICE BUILDUP). REMOVE RUST DEPOSITS INSIDE 3-COMP SINK.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF EXPOSED SINK, 3-COMP SINK, COUNTERS, PREP TABLES, HOLDING UNITS, STEAM TABLES, FOOD CONTAINERS (FOOD DEBRIS, GREASE BUILDUP)

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER HOLDING UNITS, STEAM TABLES, SINKS, COUNTERS, ETC ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN PREP AREA.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. REMOVE EXCESS CLUTTER, LITTER, ETC OUTSIDE PREMISES.

  16. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    5 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. FOLLOWING NEED CLEANING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF HOLDING UNITS, STEAM TABLES, PREP TABLES, SINKS, COUNTER

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AREA

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. CEILING NEED CLEANING ABOVE PREP AREA (DUST BUILDUP). SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS, AROUND PIPE FITTINGS, ELECTRICAL OUTLETS, WHERE WALLS AND CEILINGS MEET IN ALL AREAS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. WASHROOM DOOR MUST BE SELF CLOSING.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. REMOVE LITTER, CARDBOARD BOXES, ETC OUTSIDE.

  17. Conditional

    Short Form Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    6 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation

      Inspector’s note: All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation. OBSERVED 12 PACKS OF ROLLS STORED OUTSIDE UNPROTECTED AND PEELED CUCUMBERS STORED IN SOILED CARDBOARD BOX UNDER FRONT COUNTER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE ALL FOOD IN SANITARY CONTAINERS INSIDE ESTABLISHMENT TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION AND THE ELEMENTS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. FOLLOWING NEED CLEANING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF HOLDING UNITS, STEAM TABLES, PREP TABLES, SINKS, COUNTER

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AREA

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. CEILING NEED CLEANING ABOVE PREP AREA (DUST BUILDUP). SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS, AROUND PIPE FITTINGS, ELECTRICAL OUTLETS, WHERE WALLS AND CEILINGS MEET IN ALL AREAS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. REMOVE LITTER, CARDBOARD BOXES, ETC OUTSIDE.

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 5 weeks ago. Always confirm with the official record.