Jackys Hot Dogs
5415 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60632
Restaurant ZIP 60632 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Dec 15, 2025
Jackys Hot Dogs was last inspected on December 15, 2025 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 1 violation.
Latest inspection
December 15, 2025 · Canvass
Result: Pass
1 general-
GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed carboard used in cold hold units as storage. Instructed to remove and use food-grade containers for storing.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspection history
23 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed build up of food residue on interior of cold hold unit in front prep area where hot dogs are stored. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical1 general Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Observed a black mold-like substance on the interior of the ice machine dripping onto ice(ice used for human consumption). Instructed person in charge to remove and discard ice, clean and sanitize machine and maintain. Priority foundation #7-38-005.citation issued
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed exterior of coolers in the rear prep area to have build-up. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 general2 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM 3/3/22 REPORT 2552511 NOT CORRECTED: 57 2-102.13: Food Handler Training (PA 100-0367 Food Handling Regulation Enforcement Act) OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES. INSTD TO PROVIDE TRAINING AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION ON SITE. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090 PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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: See 60
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Expired allergen training certificates. Instd to obtain training for all city of chicago certified managers and maintain verification on site
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical8 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Observed male dish washer ,washing dishes (silverware,bowls,pans,etc)at sink with a bucket of soapy water and scrubber on drainboard of 3- compartment sink and then rinsing under running water and placing them on overhead shelf to dry without properly setting up sink to sanitize dishes.instructed manager to show employee on how to wash,rinse and sanitize/air dry multi-use utensils at 3- compartment sink.(cos)(priority foundation 7-38-005)(citation issued)
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed improper temperatures of tcs foods such as .5lbs tzatziki sauce at 45.3f and .5lbs. Sliced tomato at 46.4f in a bowl of water sitting on counter and 1 -gallon of milk base in hopper of milk shake machine at 46.4f.product was discarded by manager.must have cold holding foods at 41.0f or below.appx. 9.34lbs. $6.50.(cos)(priority 7-38-005)(citation issued)
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Must label food storage containers when food is not in original package.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed improper storage of ice scoop on top of soda machine and placing knife on prep table underneath equipment and then using again to cut gyros meat.must store properly in a clean container.
Official wording (code 43)
In-use utensils: properly stored
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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: Must repair or replace worn door gasket on 1- door prep cooler and walk in freezer along bottom.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must clean grease and food debris build up from grill & prep tables,fryer cabinets and wheel bases,walk in cooler shelving units,interior panel of ice machine,underside of soda machine behind nozzles.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must clean dust build up from ventilation units and light shields where needed.
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: Must elevate,remove or organize paper goods off of floor in dry storage area.
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: Must repair or replace missing wall tiles underneath service counter lobby side,gap between wall base and floor in toilet room,damaged floor tiles.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Must replace burntout lights where needed.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Observed no food handlers training for employees. Must provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Food handler with long beard. Instd to wear effective beard restraint
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Stock on floor in walk in cooler and freezer. Instd to elevate 6 inches.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Wiping cloths improperly stored. Instd to store in sanitizing solution at all times when not in use.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Wallbase in poor repair next to beverage syrup lines storage area. Instd to repair and maintain
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical1 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: Observed procedure for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events, but the kit is missing some necessary items, and a disinfectant rated for norovirus, instructed to provide. Priority foundation 7-38-005, no citation issued.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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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 the #10 can opener not clean ,instructed to clean and sanitize.
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: Observed the food handler certificates expired, instructed to provide new certificates.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Pass
Short Form Complaint · Pass
No violations
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
3 critical2 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.
Inspector’s note: 2-201.11n) - no employee health policy in place. Instd to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: 2-501.11(a)- no procedure for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instd to provide same. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalFood temperature
Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.
Inspector’s note: 3.501.17(a) variety of foods in walk in cooler not properly labeled, dated (cooked beef , cut tomatoes, etc). Food prepared and held for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the day or date by which food shal be sold or discarded for a maximum of 7 days. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 23)
Proper date marking and disposition
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: 3-307.11 missing splashguard inbetween rear handsink and 2-compartment. Instd to provide
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.
Inspector’s note: 4-301.12- large pots for cooking soup unable to submerge in 3-compartment sink. Instd to provide equipment able to fully submerge in basins of 3-compartment sink.
Official wording (code 48)
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Pa 100-0367 no allergen training as required. Instd to obtain training for all city of chicago certified managers.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Observed the rear #10 can opener not clean, instructed to clean and sanitize.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Observed peeling paint over front steam table, instructed to remove/reseal. Also clean the wall vent abode the front steam table.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed cardboard on rear storage shelf, instructed to remove.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Observed the interior of the rear microwave not clean, instructed to clean.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Obbserved ceiling lights over front prep and side seating area not clean, instructed to clean. Also remove peeling paint from rear ceiling over 3 compartment sink.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Must install end caps on the light shields in the front food prep area.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Interior of unused fryer (sides and cabinet) with excessive grease build-up. Instd to clean and maintain or remove.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
5 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed torn gaskets on small refrigerator in front cooking service area. Repair gaskets and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed cardboard used as shelf liner in walk in cooler and freezer. All surfaces need to be non absorbant smooth and easily cleanable. Remove cardboard and maintain
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Observed gaskets on small refrigerator unclean. Clean and maintain gaskets.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Observed small refrigerator in front cooking/service area in disrepair with nothing in refrigerator. Repair or remove refrigerator.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector’s note: Observed scoop for french fries within large container of fries. Instructed to store scoop outside of fries when not in use.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
6 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: Observed bulk items including sugar and salt in yellow 5 gallon buckets not labeled. Label all bulk food items and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector’s note: Observed knife and knife sharpener improperly stored in cardboard box containing food debris and unnecessary articles. Instructed to store food service utensils in clean dry area designated for food service.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Observed can opener with food debris accumulation on blade. Instructed to properly wash rinse and sanitize can opener frequently.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Observed meat slicer with accumulation on grease. Instructed to disassemble and remove grease and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Observed exterior of stove including handles unclean with grease accumulation. Instructed to remove grease and maintain exterior of stove including handles in a sanitary condition.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Observed ceiling vent in food prep area unclean with dust and grease accumulation. Remove dust and grease accumulation and maintain.
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
4 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector’s note: Previous minor violations from report#1202414 date 09-12-2012 not corrected.(32)found rusty racks in the food store room,walk-in cooler,shelves and legs under the prep tables instructed to remove the rust and paint with non toxic paint(34)clean the floor along the walls and in the corners has dust build-up(36)provide light shield to the light fixture in the toilet room(41)clutter in the back area by the walk-in cooler instructed to clean and organize so no insect or rodent harborage serious violation citation issued 7-42-090
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Must clean exterior of lightshield covers at front prep area has dust on shields
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Must clean walls in the rear prep area along wall base throught prep area also clean wall behind ice machine in rear prep area
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Must clean all vents in customer dinning area and in the rear prep area
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Conditional
Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
5 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector’s note: Found large standing ice machine with black mold,lime buildup and some rust on the metal plate inside. Manager and employee removed the ice and cleaned and sanitized the unit. Cdi corrected during inspection. Serious citation given. 7-38-005(a).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Found rusty racks in the food store room,walkin cooler, shelves and legs under the prep tables. Instructed to remove the rust and paint with non toxic paint.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Clean the floor along the walls and in the corners has dust buildup.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Provide light shield to the light fixture in the toilet room.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Clutter in the back area by the walkin cooler. Instructed to clean and orgnize so no insect or rodent harborage.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
6 general Show violations
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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. FOUND RUSTY RACKS IN THE FOOD STORE ROOM, RUSTY SHELVES AND LEGS UNDER THE PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE RUST AND PAINT WITH NON TOXIC PAINT.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. CLEAN THE HOOD IN THE BACK PREP AREA, ICE MACHINE AND ALL THE RACKS.
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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. CLEAN THE FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN THE CORNERS THICK WITH DIRT BUILDUP.
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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. CLEAN THE WALLS IN THE BACK PREP AREA HAS SPLASHED ON FOOD DEBRIS.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. CLEAN THE VENTS THROUGHOUT PREMISES HAS DUST BUILDUP.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. CLUTTER IN THE BACK AREA TOOLS, BUCKETS, BAGS ECT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND ORGNIZE SO NO INSECT OR RODENT HARBORAGE.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Interior of fryers and coolers not clean. Clean same.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Floor in rear not clean. Clean same.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
6 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector’s note: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use.
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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.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM PREP TABLE.PROVIDE SCREEN FOR REAR SCREEN DOOR.
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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 UNUSED COOLER,CAN OPENER BLADE,WALK IN COOLER SHELVES.
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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.MUST REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT.CLEAN FLOOR IN STORAGE COOLER.
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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.REPLACE DAMAGED WALL TILE BEHIND 2-COMP SINK.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector’s note: All employees must wear garments that are clean and of washable character and nature.STORE BELONGINGS PROPERLY.
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