Romanian Kosher Sausage
7200 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60626
Grocery Store ZIP 60626 Risk 2 (Medium)
Passed · as of Feb 14, 2025
Romanian Kosher Sausage was last inspected on February 14, 2025 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 4 violations.
Latest inspection
February 14, 2025 · Canvass Re-Inspection
Result: Pass
4 general-
GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Splash guard is needed between prep counter (where food is sliced and diced)and serving counter. Surface must be smooth,cleanable and non-absorbent material
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: A bucket with sanitize solution and linen must be provided at prep/service counter,open food
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Faucet at three compartment sink not maintained too loose.repair issue
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Hole on floor in front selling frezeer by handwashing.repair issue.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspection history
15 inspections on record
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical5 general Show violations
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CriticalFacility upkeep
Hot or cold water wasn’t available, or water pressure was too low.
Inspector’s note: We observed no hot running water throughout establishment at front retail area. Found improper hot water temperature at hand washing sink in front at 45.7f, hot hot water temperature at 3-compartment sink found at 40.1f hot water temperature at hand sink at front staff washroom at 47.1. Instructed manager proper hot water temperature at hand washing sinks must be at a minimum of 100.0f or higher through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Hot water temperature at 3-compartment sink must be at least 110.0f to properly wash, rinse and sanitize utensils and equipment. Plumber was called at 9:30a, at 10:35am hot water was provided at mentioned sinks:three compartment sink at temp of 114.3f; handwashing sink and washbowl inside the washroom at temp 104.2f. Instructed to maintain. Priority violation. 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.
Official wording (code 50)
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: We observed over 40 rodent droppings under the three compartment sink and under front service counter .instructed to clean and maintain priority foundation violation:7-38-020(a),citation issued
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Splash guard is needed between prep counter (where food is sliced and diced)and serving counter. Surface must be smooth,cleanable and non-absorbent material
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: A bucket with sanitize solution and linen must be provided at prep/service counter,open food
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Faucet at three compartment sink not maintained too loose.repair issue
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Hole on floor in front selling frezeer by handwashing.repair issue.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
2 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: Found no employee health policy at premises. Priority foundation. No citation issued. 7-38-010. Must provide.
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: Found no vomit and diarrhea clean up policy/vomit spillkit with sanitizer rated for norvirus. Priority foundation. No citation issued.7-38-005. Must provide.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: Found no working metal stem thermometer at premises. Prioirity foundation. No citation issued.7-38-005. Must provide.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Found clutter at counter areas at front of premises.(tools etc.)must clean and organize.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Found foodhandlers with no foodhandler training. Must provide.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · 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: Observed all shelves of raw wood need to be painted or sealed and restored to a smooth easily cleanable condition.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Observed all slicers unclean with food debris. Slicers need to be disassembled and cleaned in detail. Slicers need to be sanitized every 4 hours when in use.
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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: Observed floors unclean throughout store. Clean all floors in detail under and behind all shelves and 3 compartment sink, behind water foundtain and under coolers. Maintain.
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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 hole in wall under off ice area. Close hole in wall and maintain
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed ventilation in washrooms in disrepair. Must repair and maintain ventilation in washroom
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Observed all shelves and storage areas in front retail service area unorganized with clutter, accross from office area with office supplies, shelves under and around cash register area and in south east corner of store near cash register with excess cardboard. Must eliminate all clutter and clean and organize all shelves to properly monitor for any rodent or insect infestation.
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
7 general Show violations
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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: Observed approximately 50 mouse droppings on storage shelves across from office door. Must remove all pest droppings and clean and sanitize entire area. Serious violation 7-38-020.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed all shelves of raw wood need to be painted or sealed and restored to a smooth easily cleanable condition.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Observed all slicers unclean with food debris. Slicers need to be disassembled and cleaned in detail. Slicers need to be sanitized every 4 hours when in use.
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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: Observed floors unclean throughout store. Clean all floors in detail under and behind all shelves and 3 compartment sink, behind water foundtain and under coolers. Maintain.
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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 hole in wall under off ice area. Close hole in wall and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed ventilation in washrooms in disrepair. Must repair and maintain ventilation in washroom.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Observed all shelves and storage areas in front retail service area unorganized with clutter, accross from office area with office supplies, shelves under and around cash register area and in south east corner of store near cash register with excess cardboard. Must eliminate all clutter and clean and organize all shelves to properly monitor for any rodent or insect infestation.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
4 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: Noted paper liners on shelving.instructed managers to remove and that only smooth easily cleanable surfaces may be used.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Noted ice build up inside three door freezer at front selling area.instructed management to thaw and clean three door freezer.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Noted burnt out lights over three compartment sink.instructed management to replace burnt out lights.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Noted leak at faucet at three compartment sink.instructed management to repair faucet
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No Entry
Canvass · No Entry
No violations
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
5 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 all opened cabinets under the serving/cooler counters with excessive food debris. Front window sills not clean, and the door on the 2-door freezer adjacent to the front door is cracked, and being held together by tape. Instructed to repair, clean and maintain all.
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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: Observed floors throughout front prep area not clean, also under the 3-comp sink, and all floor corners throughout. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.
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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 stained ceiling tiles in the toilet room and at the front entrance door, also ceiling vent in the toilet room has excessive dust accumulation. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Observed missing lights above the front meat counter, and light in the 2-door freezer next the entrance door is not working. Instructed to install working lights and maintain
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Observed excessive clutter in the northeast corner of the store, where boxes are made. Instructed to organize. Discard any boxes that are not being used. Remove items 6" off floors to prevent rodent harborage and maintain.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
6 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector’s note: Observed previous minor violations not corrected from inspection report 1462685, dated 8/27/2015. Violation #32; chicken reach-in two cooler rubber gaskets ae broken. Instructed to replace. Violation #34; broken and missing floor tiles in front of entrance door. Also under display cooler by the same area, surface must be smooth, cleanable and no non-absorbent surface. Serious violation 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: Observed all opened cabinets under the serving/cooler counters with excessive food debris. Front window sills not clean, and the door on the 2-door freezer adjacent to the front door is cracked, and being held together by tape. Instructed to repair, clean and maintain all.
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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: Observed floors throughout front prep area not clean, also under the 3-comp sink, and all floor corners throughout. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.
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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 stained ceiling tiles in the toilet room and at the front entrance door, also ceiling vent in the toilet room has excessive dust accumulation. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Observed missing lights above the front meat counter, and light in the 2-door freezer next the entrance door is not working. Instructed to install working lights and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Observed excessive clutter in the northeast corner of the store, where boxes are made. Instructed to organize. Discard any boxes that are not being used. Remove items 6" off floors to prevent rodent harborage and maintain.
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Pass
Short Form Complaint · 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: Chicken reach-in two cooler rubber gaskets are broken instructed to replace.also the three door display meat cooler across from exposed hand sink,doors are kept shut with tape,instructed to replace doors/gasket
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Debris inside the three door display cooler instructed to clean and maintain.also front shelf by the registrar need detail clean and maintain.
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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: Broken and missing floor tiles in front of entrance door,also under the display cooler by the same area,surface must be smooth,cleanable and no non-absorbent surface
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Pass
Short Form Complaint · Pass
4 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: Frame around the cooler door not sealed with gaps,at bottom of hot dog cooler,instructed to reseal with a smooth,cleanable and non-absorbent material
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed broken lid which some parts are repaired with white scotch with tape and cardboards,at display freezer in selling area, across the cashier,instructed to replace said lid.surface must be smooth,cleanable and non-absorbent material
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: : found all opened cabinets under the serving/cooler counters with excess dust and debris.surface not smooth(wood broken and uneven unable to clean).need to clean and provide a smooth,cleanable and no-absorbent surface. Debris/black substance inside the hot dog cooler,inside the bottom part,instructed to clean and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Personal items were observed stored behind front serving area/opened food. Employee personal items properly stored away from food and food products
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Pass
Complaint · 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: Frame around the cooler door not sealed with gaps,at bottom of hot dog cooler,instructed to reseal with a smooth,cleanable and non-absorbent material found broken wood edge on top the three compartment sink instructed to replace.surface must be smooth, cleanable and non-absorbent material
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Found all opened cabinets under the serving/cooler counters with excess dust and debris.surface not smooth(wood broken and uneven unable to clean).need to clean and provide a smooth,cleanable and no-absorbent surface. Debris/black substance inside the hot dog cooler,inside the bottom part,instructed to clean and maintain.
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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: Broken floor tiles between display meat coolers and exposed hand sink,instructed to repair/replace tiles,included around floor drain on the same area,surface must be smooth,cleanable and no -absorbent material.
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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: Wall and plastic baseboard wall broken side of three compartment sink ,south wall instructed to repair wall and replace plastic baseboard.provide a smooth,cleanable and non-absorbent material.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Personal items were observed stored behind front serving area/opened food. Employee personal items properly stored away from food and food products.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector’s note: Observed some of the employee not wearing hair restraint in serving/opened food area.all employee shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
4 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: Must remove excessive ice/forst accumulation at the small ice box freezer across from the cash register area.
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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: Must clean and sanitize the floors at the front deli counter area to remove food crumbs. Also must clean and sanitize restroom floor.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Must provide light shields or shatter proof bulbs at the meat display case located in front of the front store large window.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Must repair leaks at the hot water faucet handle and the faucet base at the 3-comp sink in the front deli service area.
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Pass
Complaint · 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: Broken green counter top by the display /repacking area,instructed to remove and replace with a smooth,cleanable and non-absorbent material.
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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: Sweep floor (dust build-up)under and behind shelves, and corners at south wall.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Replaced dead light bulb above the display serving case
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
4 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: Raw wood shelves in prep/selling area surface must be smooth,cleanable and non-absorbent material
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean and maintain shelves under prep table,remove not needed items,remove clutter.
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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: Repair or replace broken floor tiles in front of exposed hand sink.front prep area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Remove personal items from shelves, behind the counter(shoes,jacket, and bags)/selling area. Personal items must be stored away from food and food products.
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