Twisted Spoke

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Jan 8, 2024 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   No violations

2. Jan 4, 2024 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   2 critical4 general2 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.

     Inspector’s note: Observed expired ready-to-eat tcs foods in the walk-in cooler (salsa and pork) refrigerated over 24 hours and stored beyond the maximum 7-day use-by date. Management instructed to date mark all applicable ready-to-eat tcs foods refrigerated for more than 24 hours and discard them or consume them before the use-by date. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 23)

     Proper date marking and disposition

   • CriticalFacility upkeep

     Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed improper plumbing and sewage water pouring out of the broken drain line beneath the 3-compartment sink and low-temperature dish machine. Management instructed to repair the drain line so dishes could be washed, rinsed and sanitized. Priority violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 52)

     Sewage & waste water properly disposed

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Clean the top and sides of the low-temperature dish machine, the interior and exterior of the deep fryers, and the interior plastic guard inside of the ice machine.

     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 no covered waste receptacle in the women's washroom. Management instructed to provide.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Must extend the ventilation line from the smoker to reach under the ventilation hood.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • GeneralRepeat violation

     A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

     Inspector’s note: Previous core violations from report #2578345 on 7/7/23 not corrected: 54 - observed build-up of grease on the exterior of a used cooking oil container located in the outdoor garbage area. Instructed to clean and maintain in good condition. 58 - observed no allergen training certificates on site at the inspection. Instructed all employees holding city of chicago foodservice manager certificates to complete allergen training and maintain records thereof on site at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 60)

     Previous core violation corrected

   • PaperworkManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: No certified food manager was present while tcs foods (beans at 141f) were being prepared and served. Management instructed that a certified food manager must be present at all times while tcs foods prepared and served. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: Observed several food handling employees without a food handler certificate. Management instructed that all food handling employees must show proof of training.

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

3. Jul 7, 2023 Conditional

   Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

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   • CriticalFood temperature

     Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the following tcs items in the drawer prep cooler in the kitchen at the stated improper temperatures: sour cream at 53.4f and chicken at 52.7f. Management voluntarily discarded approximately 10 lbs of product valued at approximately $100. Instructed to maintain all tcs items at or below 41f at all times. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 22)

     Proper cold holding temperatures

   • CriticalFood temperature

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed drawer-style prep cooler containing tcs items such as shrimp and chicken, maintaining an improper ambient temperature of 55.6f. Cooler tagged and held for inspection. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain all coolers containing tcs items at or below 41f at all times. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 33)

     Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: 5-501.116 observed build-up of grease on the exterior of a used cooking oil container located in the outdoor garbage area. Instructed to clean and maintain in good condition.

     Official wording (code 54)

     Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed no allergen training certificates on site at the time of inspection. Instructed all employees holding city of chicago foodservice manager certificates must complete allergen training and maintain records thereof on site at all times.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

4. Jun 29, 2023 Fail

   Complaint · Fail

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   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no hot water at the exposed handwashing sink due to the sink not being able to be turned on. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain sink so that it is capable fo delivering water between 100-120f under pressure. Priority violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing signage at exposed handwashing sinks located in the bar and server station. Instructed to provide.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalFood handling

     Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

     Inspector’s note: Observed heavy build-up of brown and black slime in the interior of the ice machine used to produce ice for human consumption. Instructed to remove ice, clean, sanitize, and maintain ice machine free of slime. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 16)

     Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the following tcs items in the drawer prep cooler in the kitchen at the stated improper temperatures: sour cream at 57.0f, gaucamole at 62.5f, shrimp at 56.6f, and chicken at 46.4f. Management voluntarily discarded approximately 10 lbs of product valued at approximately $100. Instructed to maintain all tcs items at or below 41f at all times. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 22)

     Proper cold holding temperatures

   • CriticalFood handling

     No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

     Inspector’s note: Observed digital menu containing items served raw or undercooked such as eggs any style and half-pound hamburgers without consumer advisory information. Instructed to provide disclosure, reminder, and footnote on all versions of the menu for items served raw or undercooked. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. No citation was issued. See comments.

     Official wording (code 25)

     Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

   • CriticalFood temperature

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed drawer-style prep cooler containing tcs items such as shrimp and chicken, maintaining an improper ambient temperature of 61.8f. Cooler tagged and held for inspection. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain all coolers containing tcs items at or below 41f at all times. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 33)

     Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed deep grooves and dark stains on cutting boards throughout the rear food prep area. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain smooth, cleanable cutting surfaces.

     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: Observed steady leak coming from underneath low-temperature dish machine located in rear dish area. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed 1 of 2 toilets in women's toilet room does not flush. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed build-up of grease on the exterior of a used cooking oil container located in the outdoor garbage area. Instructed to clean and maintain in good condition.

     Official wording (code 54)

     Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no allergen training certificates on site at the time of inspection. Instructed all employees holding city of chicago foodservice manager certificates must complete allergen training and maintain records thereof on site at all times.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

5. May 3, 2022 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

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   • PaperworkManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: No valid certified food manager certificate on site during inspection. Pic completed 360 training 1/29/2021. Instructed to obtain city of chicago certificate. Priority foundation. 7-38-012. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

6. Oct 5, 2020 Conditional

   Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

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   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Found no hand washing sign at the exposed sink in the coffee area. Instructed to provide and maintain

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

     Inspector’s note: Observed tcs foods(cheese, shrimp and eggs) at improper temperature(50.7f-55.4f) in the 2 door cold holding cooler. Manager voluntarily discarded and denatured 10lbs valued at $50. Tcs foods for cold holding shall be at 41f or below. Priority violation 7-38-005

     Official wording (code 22)

     Proper cold holding temperatures

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: No allergen training for the food service manager. Instructed to provide and maintain

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

7. Jul 16, 2019 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

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   • GeneralFood handling

     Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed used wiping cloths stored on top of cutting board of hot and cold holding stations. Instructed that wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer solution when not in use.

     Official wording (code 41)

     Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Floors need detail cleaning in the base liquor storage area to remove spills and debris. Also keep floors dry as possible to prevent breeding place for pest.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

8. Sep 24, 2018 Conditional

   Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

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   • CriticalManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: No employee health policy. Instructed manager to comply with the new codes or citations will follow. Priority foundation violation #2-102.14(n).

     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 clean up procedures. Instructed manager to comply with the new codes or citations will follow. Priority foundation violation #2-501.11.

     Official wording (code 5)

     Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

     Inspector’s note: Must provide and maintain working thermometers inside prep coolers.

     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 the gaskets around the prep cooler (online) in poor repair. Must repair and maintain seal.

     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 the pot storage shelving above the dish washing area dirty. Must detail clean to remove grease and debris.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must detail clean the drip tray, exterior of liquior barrals and counter tops at the bar to prevent breeding place pest(fruit flies).

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Floors need detail cleaning in the base liquor storage area to remove spills and debris. Also keep floors dry as possible to prevent breeding place for pest.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must clean the walls behind dish washing area to remove debris.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Noted missing end cap on the light shield in the kitchen. Must replace and maintain.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: No allergen training. Instructed manager to comply with the new codes or citations will follow.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

9. Sep 19, 2017 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   7 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: Observed small cups in the containers of sauces used to dispense food. Instructed to use handled scoops such as ladles, spoons, etc. And to store the handled scoop with the handle facing up out of the food at all times.

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed discoloration buildup on the interior surface of the soda guns. Instructed to remove buildup and maintain.

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

     Inspector’s note: Instructed to remove dust buildup from the clean plate and utensil storage rack above the dishmachine to remove dust buildup.

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

     Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean the interior surface of the ice machine in the basement to remove pink and brown buildup--maintain.

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

     Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean and maintain the floors on the side of the ice machine in the basement to remove empty beer cans and broken glass debris; instructed to detail clean the floors in the walk-in beer cooler to remove beer debris, cans, bottles, etc.

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

     Inspector’s note: Instructed to replace the burned out light bulbs on the prep line in the main kitchen to provide adequate lighting. 1 of 2 bulbs are burned out in each of the 2 fixtures above the main prep line.

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

     Inspector’s note: Instructed to extend the pvc exhaust pipe from the smoker to exhaust smoke completely under the hood vent. The pipe is too short and must be completely under the hood at all times.

10. Oct 13, 2016 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed stained cutting boards located in the food prep area. Instructed to replace and maintain.

11. Nov 13, 2015 Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Observed the ice scoop stored in the ice bin behind the bar. Management instructed to store the ice scoop outside of the ice bin in a clean container.

12. Aug 24, 2015 Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical3 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed potentially hazardous foods stored at improper temperatures inside of the line prep cooler. Observed chili at 44.6f, chicken at 49.6f, blue cheese at 44.2f, shredded cheeses at 50f, chorizo at 53.6f, sour cream at 47.6f, eggs at 49.6f, and falafel at 44.7f. Management voluntarily discarded approximately 8# of food worth approximately $44. Critical violation 7-38-005a.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Seal the walls behind the cooking equipment with gaps between the steel partitions.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Replace the cracked light shield at the 1st floor wait station.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Replace the missing sink stopper lever for the right compartment of the 3 compartment sink in the prep area.

13. Jul 10, 2014 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    8 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean interior panel and lid of ice machine.

    • 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 and storage areas.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean light shields in second floor wait station(dead insects). Clean walls and ceilings in second floor wait station (dust buildup). Clean walls and ceilings in basement(water damage, mildew, mold).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Replace damaged light shield in second floor wait station.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Remove waste line from exposed sink in bar. Install back flow device on utility sink.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Elevate all stock off floor in all storage areas.

    • 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: Store ice scoop handle up in bar to minimize bare hand contact.

14. Jun 30, 2014 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    9 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: Outer openings not protected, observed 1/2" gap on left side and 1/4" gap on bottom of second floor patio door. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on door to prevent pest entry. Serious violation 7-38-020 citation issued.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean interior panel and lid of ice machine.

    • 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 and storage areas.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean light shields in second floor wait station(dead insects). Clean walls and ceilings in second floor wait station (dust buildup). Clean walls and ceilings in basement(water damage, mildew, mold).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Replace damaged light shield in second floor wait station.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Remove waste line from exposed sink in bar. Install back flow device on utility sink.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Elevate all stock off floor in all storage areas.

    • 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: Store ice scoop handle up in bar to minimize bare hand contact.

15. Oct 25, 2013 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Multi use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Intructed to detail clean daily.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Thermometer not provided in bar condiments cooler. Instructed to provide thermometer conspicuous inside all coolers.

16. Oct 18, 2013 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    4 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: Outer openings not protected or rodent proof. Second floor and side exit door has 1/4 gap across bottom and along sides. Instructed to rodent proof door to prevent rodent and insect entry. Serious citation issue 7-38-020.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Multi use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Intructed to detail clean daily.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Thermometer not provided in bar condiments cooler. Instructed to provide thermometer conspicuous inside all coolers.

17. Jun 21, 2012 Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical4 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: 2 pans of hamburger patties were found in the walk in cooler at 58.5 f and 59.5 f internal temperature. Approximately 20 pounds of product valued at $50.00 were denatured at this time. Reccommended mixing the meat and forming the hamburger patties in an iced pan or inside of the walk in cooler.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Two dirty knives were found in the knife holder; wash, rinse and sanitize knives prior to storage.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The walk in cooler shelves are peeling and covered with mildewed paper stickers. The beer room is dirty and moldy. The soda gun holsters are filty, replace unsanitary holsters. Repair or replace the shelves and sanitize surfaces so they are smooth and sanitary.

    • 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 under the urinal are corroded open, and the beer room walls are moldy, reseal the walls so they are smooth and easy to clean.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The walk in cooler is dark. Install additional lights so you can see.

18. Feb 27, 2012 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

19. Feb 3, 2012 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    2 critical7 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Source sound condition, no spoilage, foods properly labeled, shellfish tags in place

      Inspector’s note: Shellfish shall be obtained from an approved source and kept in their original package until sold. OBSERVED (2)TWO CONTAINERS OF PORTION SIZED MUSSELS HELD IN WALK-IN-COOLER LOCATED IN 2ND FLOOR LACKING THE REQUIRED SHELLFISH TAG. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED,DENATURED MENTIONED FOODS APPROXIMATELY 20#'s ,TOTAL DOLLAR VALUE$50.00. SHELLFISH TAGS MUST BE IN PLACE FOR 90 DAYS. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005 (B).

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All employees who handle food shall wash their hands as often as necessary to maintain a high degree of personal cleanliness and should conform to hygienic practices prescribed by the Board of Health.OBSERVED ,POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES;FOOD HANDLERS PERFORMING MULTIPLE TASKS(PREPARING SHRIMPS,SAUCES,CLEANING,RINSING UTENSILS ETC.),CHANGING SOILED GLOVES AND NOT WASHING HANDS.INSTRUCTED ON PROPER PROCEDURES OF WASHING HANDS PER CITY CODE.ALSO SOAP AND TOWELS NOT PROVIDED AT BAR AREA,EXPOSED HANDSINK IN KITCHEN BLOCKED WITH BREAD TABLE MUST BE ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES FOR HANDWASHING.CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-010(A).

    • 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. FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED BLACK MOLD GROWTH ON INTERIOR SURFACES OF THE ICE MACHINE. UNIT TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. MUST TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR CLEANED AND SANITIZED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.

    • 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 LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN THE 1ST FLOOR AT BAR AREA AND 1 LIVE ROACH NOTED BENEATH DRY STORAGE TABLE 2ND FLOOR AREAS. APPROXIMATELY 15 LIVE FRUIT FLIES WERE OBSERVED. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY,RODENT PROOF SAID DOOR.ALSO 2ND FLOOR DOOR TO PATIO NOT RODENT PROOFED WITH 1/4" MODE OF ENTRY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

      Inspector’s note: The licensee shall inform the public in writing of the Chicago Department of Public Health?s Consumer Advisory relating to consuming raw and undercooked animal products.NO CONSUMER ADVISORY NOTICE WAS POSTED IN THE RESTAURANT. MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN A COPY OF THE CONSUMER ADVISORY AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POST IT IN VIEW OF CUSTOMERS OR WRITE IT ON THE MENU.

    • 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.DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR DRAINS BEHIND THE BAR AND IN THE BASEMENT.

    • 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. DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS AROUND THE STOVE AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND LOWER WALLS AT BAR AREAS. SEAL ALL OF THE OPENINGS IN THE BASEMENT CEILING,AT BAR AREAS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. MUST PROVIDE VISIBLE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COOLERS,FREEZERS.

    • 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 UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED AT FRONT AREA UNDER STAIRCASE.

20. Jun 21, 2011 Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    2 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Violation still remaining

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Violation still remaining

21. May 16, 2011 Pass

    Canvass · 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. MUST REPLACE/REPAIR RUSTY WIRE SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN-COOLER

    • 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 CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN PREP AREA

22. Dec 3, 2010 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    4 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.MUST REPLACE/REPAIR RUST ON SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN-COOLER USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH ALSO SOME GASKETS IN COOLERS IN KITCHEN ARE IN POOR REPAIR.

    • 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 BEHIND-UNDER-AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING,REPLACE NUMEROUS BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN KITCHEN 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..LIGHT BULBS MUST BE SHIELDED PROPERLY INCLUDE END CAPS.

    • 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.MUST REPAIR NOTICEABLE WATER LEAK BENEATH 3 COMP SINK IN KITCHEN.

23. Nov 16, 2010 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    7 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.FOUND OPENED BOTTLES OF LIQUOR INSIDE ICE BIN BEHIND BAR COUNTER WHICH IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION.

    • 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.FOUND APPROXIMATELY 15 LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN VARIOUS AREAS,STANDING WATER IN CORNERS OF FLOOR IN KITCHEN,BASEMENT WALK-IN-COOLER,PROVIDE LIDS FOR TRASHCANS TO MINIMIZE SAID PEST PROBLEM,KEEP FLOORS DRY AT ALL TIMES,MUST,CLEAN,SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS,PEST CONTROL CO SERVICE NOW RECCOMENDED.

    • 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 REPLACE/REPAIR RUST ON SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN-COOLER USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH ALSO SOME GASKETS IN COOLERS IN KITCHEN ARE IN POOR REPAIR.

    • 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.ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENTS, ALL COOLERS,SHELVINGS,BAR GUNS,HOUSINGS ATTACHED,EXTERIOR OF DISHMACHINE,ALL AREAS BEHIND BAR COUNTERS,TOPS/BOTTOMS OF FOOD PREP TABLES,LEGS OF EQUIPMENTS ETC.REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING.

    • 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 BEHIND-UNDER-AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING,REPLACE NUMEROUS BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN KITCHEN 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.LIGHT BULBS MUST BE SHIELDED PROPERLY INCLUDE END CAPS.

    • 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.MUST REPAIR NOTICEABLE WATER LEAK BENEATH 3 COMP SINK IN KITCHEN.