Rest y Taqueria la Justicia

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Nov 13, 2025 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   1 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 4-602.13 Inspector Comments: MUST DEFROST AND CLEAN THE DEEP FREEZERS IN THE BASEMENT TO REMOVE ICE BUILD UP AND DEBRIS

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

2. Oct 31, 2025 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   3 general Show violations

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed live roaches crawling around on the wall and piping on the side of the dishwashing machine. Must remove and detail clean affected area. Also call pest control for service. Priority foundation citation issued #7-38-020(a).

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must defrost and clean the deep freezers in the basement to remove ice build up and debris.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must clean the floors and walls around cooking equipment in the prep areas and dish washing area to remove spills and debris.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

3. Dec 10, 2024 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   2 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: 4-501.12 cutting boards with open seams and dark stains. Must refinish or replace damaged or stained cutting boards.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 observe gerase on the outside of grill and on the floor around it. Instructed to detail clean and maintain all cooking equipment and floors around it.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

4. Dec 18, 2023 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   2 general2 paperwork Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: 4-101.19: grocery bags being used to store food in coolers and freezers. Instd to use food grade containers and maintain same

     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: 5-205.15: small leak at pipe under handwash sink in main prep area. Instd to repair and maintain same

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: 2-102.13: missing food handler training for all food handlers. Instd to obtain training and maintain verification on site

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: 2-102.13: missing allergen training for city of chicago certified managers. Instd to obtain training and maintain verification on site

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

5. Dec 11, 2023 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   2 critical2 general2 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Misssing handwash signage at all handwash sinks in prep/warewashing and toilet rooms. Instd to provide signage and maintain at all handwash sinks

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalFood handling

     No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

     Inspector’s note: MISSING DISCLOSURE FOR CONSUMER ADVISORY ON MENU. INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE ON THE MENU WITH AN ASTERICK NEXT TO EACH SPECIFIC FOOD ITEMS THAT ARE RAW OR UNDERCOOKED/COOKED TO ORDER (EGGS, STEAK, CEVICHE, OYSTERS, ETC ) ; AND THEN BY ASTERISKING THEM TO A FOOTNOTE THAT STATES THESE ITEMS ARE SERVED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED OR CONTAIN (OR MAY CONTAIN) RAW OR UNDERCOOKED INGREDIENTS AND ALSO A REMINDER STATEMENT SUCH AS "Consuming raw or undercooked MEATS, POULTRY, seafood, shellfish, or EGGS may increase your RISK of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions" 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005 PRIORITY FOUNDATION,

     Official wording (code 25)

     Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Grocery bags being used to store food in coolers and freezers. Instd to use food grade containers and maintain same

     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: Small leak at pipe under handwash sink in main prep area. Instd to repair and maintain same

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: Missing food handler training for all food handlers. Instd to obtain training and maintain verification on site

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: Missing allergen training for city of chicago certified managers. Instd to obtain training and maintain verification on site

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

6. Dec 19, 2022 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   No violations

7. Nov 16, 2022 Fail

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

   1 critical1 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Missing handwash sink in basement area where 3-compartment sink located. Instd to provide handwash sink in same area with hot/cold running water under city pressure, handwash cleanser, hand drying provision, and handwash sign. No citation issued 7-38-030(c)

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed some slight grime under three compartment sink. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

8. Nov 9, 2022 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   1 critical2 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Missing handwash sink in basement area where 3-compartment sink located. Instd to provide handwash sink in same area with hot/cold running water under city pressure, handwash cleanser, hand drying provision, and handwash sign. Citation issued 7-38-030(c)

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 100 mouse droppings scattered throughout basement and rear upstairs prep area in all corners and along walls. Instructed person in charge to remove all droppings, sanitize areas and inform pest control service of activity. Priority foundaton 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed some slight grime under three compartment sink. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

9. Jul 12, 2021 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   1 critical3 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Missing handwash sink in basement area where 3-compartment sink located. Instd to provide handwash sink in same area with hot/cold running water under city pressure, handwash cleanser, hand drying provision, and handwash sign. Priority violation 7-38-030(c)

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Wrapping around pipes in basement in poor repair, worn, tattered. Instd to repair and maintain, so as to be smooth, even and easily cleanable

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Missing drainboard at 3-compartment sink in basement. Instd to provide and maintain

     Official wording (code 48)

     Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

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

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

10. Oct 13, 2020 Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    4 general Show violations

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Must provide themrmometers for inside of all cooling units to measure temperature of units on premise.

      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: Observed broken freezer door detached and rusted on unit located in basement. Must replace and maintain in good condition.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: See violation #60.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Observed previous core violation not corrected from report #2290740 on may 31, 2019.. Violation is as follows. #55)observed the walls, floors, and ceilings in the rear kitchen area and front cooking made of concrete and in disrepair. Instructed to repair and maintain. Priority foundation violation. 7-42-090. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

11. Oct 5, 2020 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    6 critical4 general1 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: OBSERVED NO HAND CLEANSER AVAILABLE AT ANY OF THE 3 HANDSINKS IN PLACE LOCATED THROUGHOUT ALL PREP AREAS DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES FOR PROPER HAND WASHING WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. MANAGER PROVIDED SOAP DURING THIS TIME. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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 hand drying provision available at 3 handsinks located throughout prep areas. Intructed to provide and maintain at all tiems for proper handwashing.manager provide papertowels. Priority foundation violation.7-38-030 (c). Please see violation above for citation.

      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 THE FOLLOWING HANDSINKS NOT ACCESSIBLE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION LOCATED IN PREP AREAS WITH FOOD HANDLERS PREPARING FOOD..IN FRONT PREP AREA WHERE FRESH SQUEEZED ORANGE JUICE IS PREPARED,NOTED LARGE SANITIZING BUCKET STORED INSIDE SINK BOWL WITH SOILED WASH CLOTHS THROUGHOUT, AND HANDSINK LOCATED IN REAR PREP BY 3 COMPARTMENT SINK NOTED PREP TABLE IN FRONT OF HANDSINK WITH STACKED UP DISHWARE AND SHEET PANS ON TOP OF SINK BOWL.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL SAID ITEMS AND USE HANDWASHING SINK FOR HANDWASHING ONLY. MUST REMAIN UNBLOCKED AND ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030 (c). CITATION ISSUED.

      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 the following tcs foods stored inside 2 door refrigeration unit in rear prep area during time of inspection. They are as follows... Bbq beef , salsa, menudo, garlic, red and green salsa, 2 dozen eggs,corn meal drink,macaroni salad, beans, etc all ranging between 49.0f-68.0f. Instructed to hold all cold food items at 41f and below at all times. Manager discarded and denatured all said food items at this time. Total lbs were approximately 50lbs with cost of $80. 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 no consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal based food items on the menu (eggs, beef). Instructed to provide a disclosure and reminder including astersiking in menu on specific items. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-005. Citation issued.

      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 2 door refigeration unit located in rear prep area at improper cold holding temperatures with time/temperature control for safety foods stored inside. Noted temperature of unit @ 51.5f. Instructed to discontinue use of unit and reapir to 41f or below. Must maintain. Priority violation. 7-38-005. Citation issued. Tagged unit at this time.

      Official wording (code 33)

      Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Must provide themrmometers for inside of all cooling units to measure temperature of units on premise.

      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: Observed broken freezer door detached and rusted on unit located in basement. Must replace and maintain in good condition.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: See violation #60.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Observed previous core violations not corrected from report #2290740 on may 31, 2019.. Violations are as follows. #47) observed milk crates being used to store food items in the rear kitchen area-------observed wooden palets being used behind the cooking line. Instructed to remove and replace with food grade materials. #55)observed the walls, floors, and ceilings in the rear kitchen area and front cooking made of concrete and in disrepair. Instructed to repair and maintain. #58)observed no proof of allergen training during inspection. Instructed that all managers with a city of chicago sanitation certificate must comply with allergen training. Must correct all violations above. Priority foundation violation. 7-42-090. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: See violation #60.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

12. May 31, 2019 Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    4 critical3 general1 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no employee health policy on premises during inspection. Instructed to comply. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010 no citation issued.

      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: Observed no procedure for responding to vomiting and diarrhea events during inspection. Instructed to comply. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 no citation issued.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalFood temperature

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed tcs foods (salsa, cooked beans, rice) without proper date marking and disposition. Instructed that all tcs foods, prepared on premises and held for over 24 hours must have proper date marking and disposition. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 no citation issued.

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no consumer advisory for raw/undercooked animal based food items on the menu. Instructed to provide a disclosure and reminder. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 no citation issued.

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

      Inspector’s note: Observed bulk food storage containers in the basement with cinnamon, bay leaves, and chipotle peppers with no label. Instructed that foods outside the original container must be labeled properly.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed milk crates being used to store food items in the rear kitchen area-------observed wooden palets being used behind the cooking line. Instructed to remove and replace with food grade materials.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the walls, floors, and ceilings in the rear kitchen area and front cooking made of concrete and in disrepair. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no proof of allergen training during inspection. Instructed that all managers with a city of chicago sanitation certificate must comply with allergen training.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

13. Jun 1, 2018 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    8 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.MUST LABEL AND DATE COOKED FOODS IN ALL COOLERS

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE AND ELIMINATE GROCERY BAGS.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM GREASE TRAP AND RUST FROM LIDS ON CHEST FREEZERS IN BASEMENT AND RUSTY OVER HEAD SHELVING UNITS IN REAR PREP AREA.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 2- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER,LIDS ARE BROKEN AND DAMAGED ON SOME CHEST FREEZERS.MUST DEFROST CHEST FREEZERS.MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT OR APPLY A SEALANT ON RAW AND PAINTED SHELVING UNITS IN VEGETABLE WALK IN COOLER.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN WATER FROM LOWER SHELF IN BEER COOLER.MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON DISH RACKS,VEGETABLE WALK IN COOLER FANGUARD COVERS AND COMPRESSOR UNIT.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN AND DAMAGED CONCRETE FLOORING IN FRONT PREP AREA,UNDER FRYER,HOLE IN FLOOR UNDER MOPSINK.MUST MAKE FLOOR IN BASEMENT FOOD AND PAPER STORAGE AREA SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE HOLES IN WALLS IN DINING AREA NEAR BOOTH SEAT,STAINED CEILING TILES IN DINING AREA.MUST SEAL GAPS AT FRAME OF BRICK EQUIPMENT IN FRONT PREP AREA.MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALLS IN FRONT PREP AREA,VEGETABLE WALK IN COOLER,WALL NEAR BASEMENT GREASE TRAP.MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM CEILING VENTS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHT IN FRONT PREP AREA.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE VENTILATION VENT NOT WORKING IN STAFF BASEMENT TOILETROOM,MISSING TOILET TANK LID IN WOMEN'S,SUMP PUMP LID NEEDS TO COVER COMPLETELY,EXTENSION ON DRAIN LINE PIPE IN STAFF TOILET ROOM TO DRAIN,LEAKY PIPE AT 3- COMP SINK.MUST INSTALL A DIPPING WELL FOR BULK ICE CREAM.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE HOOKS TO HANG WET MOPS.

14. May 25, 2018 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical10 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no 90 day shell fish tags in place with 5lbs. Fresh clam and 9lbs. Fresh oysters in rear 3- door reach in cooler in pans.must provide shell fish tags with products until finished.product was discarded by manager.appx.14lbs.$18.(critical 7-38-005b2)

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed improper temperatures of appx.15lbs of cooked assorted tamales such as strawberry- 118.2f,pork- 127.8f,chicken- 114.8f,etc) inside of a cambro on table in dining area.product was discarded by manager.must have hot holding foods at 140.0f or above.appx.15lbs.$10.(critical 7-38-005a)

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed foods not protected during storage.observed 10lbs. Rice stored in a reused plastic bucket that states (hypochlorite solution corrosive),20lbs.cooked pickled peppers in a reused plastic bucket of(dish sanitizing solution) and 2-10lbs beans in a reused plastic bucket of (rinse additive solution) on lower shelves of food storage shelves in 1st fl . Prep area and basement .product was discarded by manager.must provide food grade containers to store food.observed 1lb.pork drying on foiled pipes hanging from ceiling in motor room.appx.51lbs.$51.50. Also,observed 2- fly strips hanging from ceiling in rear prep area.strips were removed from prep area.(serious 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: Observed evidence of appx.100 or more rodent droppings on radiator ledge behind 3- compartment sink and dish machine,on all food and paper shelving units and floor in basement,meter closet along ledge,additional storage room on floor and shelving units,motor room on floor along wall bases,on ledge in locker room,cashier area-on ledge,bar area-on floor next to refrigerator.1- live roach crawling on floor behind 2- door glass reach in cooler.also.appx.6-8 pieces of rodent poison on floor in food and paper storage,motor room.appx.10 or more live small flies crawling on floor drain in basement in front of ice machine,in staff toiletroom.appx. "1/2-3/4" gap along bottom and center of front door and rear door along bottom.must remove droppings and poison.clean and sanitize areas.rodent proof doors.recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 5/25/18.(serious 7-38

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must label food storage containers when food is not in original package.must label and date cooked foods in all coolers.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must provide food grade bags for food storage and eliminate grocery bags.must remove rust from grease trap and rust from lids on chest freezers in basement and rusty over head shelving units in rear prep area.must repair or replace worn door gaskets on 2- door glass reach in cooler,lids are broken and damaged on some chest freezers.must defrost chest freezers.must scrape and paint peeling paint or apply a sealant on raw and painted shelving units in vegetable walk in cooler.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean water from lower shelf in beer cooler.must clean debris build up on dish racks,vegetable walk in cooler fanguard covers and compressor unit.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace broken and damaged concrete flooring in front prep area,under fryer,hole in floor under mopsink.must make floor in basement food and paper storage area smooth and easily cleanable.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace holes in walls in dining area near booth seat,stained ceiling tiles in dining area.must seal gaps at frame of brick equipment in front prep area.must clean grease and food debris build up from walls in front prep area,vegetable walk in cooler,wall near basement grease trap.must clean dust build up from ceiling vents.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must replace burntout light in front prep area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace ventilation vent not working in staff basement toiletroom,missing toilet tank lid in women's,sump pump lid needs to cover completely,extension on drain line pipe in staff toilet room to drain,leaky pipe at 3- comp sink.must install a dipping well for bulk ice cream

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must provide hooks to hang wet mops.

15. Jan 6, 2017 Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    6 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Reach in chest freezers located in basement with tops in need of repair. Repair or replace.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Interior of dish machine in need of cleaning to remove build up. Must clean and maintain

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Floors in basement in need of cleaning under and around all storage shelves. Must clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Wall in rear prep area in need of scraping peeling paint. Ceiling in ladies washroom in need of repair. Seal hole. Must repair and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Light sheild in front prep area in need of cleaning or replacing. Must correct and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Leak at 3 compartment sink faucet in bar area. Must correct and maintain.

16. Aug 23, 2016 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must label and date all cooked food products inside the 2 door reach-in cooler

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed rubbber gaskets in poor repair at the chest freezers in the basement area,instructed to repair or replace gaskets

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean the floors in the rear prep area and basement area,along wall base and corners

17. Sep 11, 2015 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed plastic grocery bags being used for food storage in a freeezer located in the basement. Instructed to use food grade bag for storage and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed wall behind the meat slicer, located in the rear prep, in need of cleaning to remove food debris. Instructed to clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: Observed food handlers requirement not met. Instructed to meet requirement and maintain.

18. Jun 23, 2014 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Floor thru-out prep area and dishmachine area unfinished, poor repair. Instd to repair same so as floor to be smooth, even easily cleanable surface.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Lightsheilds missing above stove. Instd to repair same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: No exposed handsink in bar area. Instd to install same. Leaks at exposed handsink in prep area. Repair same.

19. Feb 21, 2013 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    4 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: The tool holders in the kitchen are dirty, wash, rinse and sanitize the holders.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The shelving under the rice water dispenser is dirty, clean and reseal the shelving so it is smooth and clean.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The basement refrigerator has raw wooden shelves, seal up the raw wooden shelving.

    • 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 corners around the front cooking/steam table area are rough and peeling, reseal the walls so they are smooth and sanitary.

20. Aug 21, 2012 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    4 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean and maintain can opener blade at prep table, clean interiors of refrigerators where needed, clean hooded area to remove grease at edges of hood (recomended having unit serviced if time), repair rubber gaskets at three door cooler in kitchen to avoid escaping air. Lids to deep freezers in basement in poor repair; repair or replace.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace cracked floor tile at door leading to kitchen near utility closet.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean and paint walls in employee washroom in basement. Seal holes along wallbase behind ice machine in basement and wall of room behind ice machine where needed. Provide a wall coving when done sealing holes. Clean walls in cooking area around and behind equipment; paint where needed.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Exposed handsink in rear prep area (kitchen) obstructed; instructed to remove items from in front of sink and keep sink accessible. Clean, organize and maintain utility closet.

21. Apr 11, 2011 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    9 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.MUST LABEL DESSERT IN COOLER FOR SALE NAME,ADDRESS,PHONE NUMBER,INGREIDENTS.FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 3- DOOR REACH IN COOLER,DAMAGED OUTLET COVER,LID ON CHEST FREEZER,LID FOR SUMP PUMP ,SIGN FOR BASEMENT TOILET ROOM DOOR.MUST REMOVE RUST & PAINT LOWER SHELVES & LEGS OF PREP TABLES,SHELVING UNITS IN 3- DOOR REACH IN COOLER,RUSTY RADIATOR COVERS,RAW WOOD SHELVES IN PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER,FOIL FROM SHELVING UNITS IN PREP AREA.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST DEFROST CHEST FREEZERS,FANGUARDS IN REACH IN COOLERS,HOOD.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING & DAMAGED FLOOR TILES OUTSIDE OF MOP SINK CLOSET.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING TILE AT COUNTER TOP IN FRONT PREP AREA,STAINED CEILING TILES IN DINING AREA,WALLS & TILES IN POOR REPAIR IN PREP AREA & BASEMENT, TOILET ROOM,OUTSIDE OF MOP SINK CLOSET.MUST SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS & WINDOW SILLS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE,PROVIDE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELD IN PREP AREA,HOOD OF EQUIPMENT.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: 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 OR REPLACE VENTILATION NOT WORKING IN BASEMENT TOILET ROOM,LOOSE HAND SINK IN PREP AREA.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: 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.CHEST FREEZERS & HOT HOLDING UNIT.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination.

22. Apr 4, 2011 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical10 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less.OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF COOKED FOODS DATED 4/3/11 STORED IN LARGE PLASTIC STORAGE CONTAINERS IN 3- DOOR REACH IN COOLER SUCH AS MENUDO 60.0F,BARBACOA 54.1F,RICE 46.9F.NO TIME & TEMPERATURE LOGS AVAILABLE TO VIEW.PRODUCT WAS VOLUNTARILY DUMPED & DENATURED AT THIS TIME.APPX 63 LBS.$61.

    • 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 EVIDENCE OF RODENT DROPPINGS SCATTERED IN VARIOUS AREAS 30 ON SHELF,10 ON FLOOR & DEAD MOUSE IN LIQUOR STORAGE,50 ON FLOOR BEHIND ARTICLES ALONG WALL & BAG OF POISON IN FURNANCE ROOM,BAG OF POISON UNDER STORAGE SHELF & GAS METTER ROOM IN BASEMENT.MUST REMOVE DEAD RODENT,DROPPINGS,BAGS OF POISON.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 4/4/11.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.MUST LABEL DESSERT IN COOLER FOR SALE NAME,ADDRESS,PHONE NUMBER,INGREIDENTS.FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.

    • 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 REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 3- DOOR REACH IN COOLER,DAMAGED OUTLET COVER,LID ON CHEST FREEZER,LID FOR SUMP PUMP ,SIGN FOR BASEMENT TOILET ROOM DOOR.MUST REMOVE RUST & PAINT LOWER SHELVES & LEGS OF PREP TABLES,SHELVING UNITS IN 3- DOOR REACH IN COOLER,RUSTY RADIATOR COVERS,RAW WOOD SHELVES IN PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER,FOIL FROM SHELVING UNITS IN PREP AREA.

    • 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.MUST DEFROST CHEST FREEZERS,FANGUARDS IN REACH IN COOLERS,HOOD.

    • 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 REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING & DAMAGED FLOOR TILES OUTSIDE OF MOP SINK CLOSET.

    • 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.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING TILE AT COUNTER TOP IN FRONT PREP AREA,STAINED CEILING TILES IN DINING AREA,WALLS & TILES IN POOR REPAIR IN PREP AREA & BASEMENT, TOILET ROOM,OUTSIDE OF MOP SINK CLOSET.MUST SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS & WINDOW SILLS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE,PROVIDE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELD IN PREP AREA,HOOD OF EQUIPMENT.

    • 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 OR REPLACE VENTILATION NOT WORKING IN BASEMENT TOILET ROOM,LOOSE HAND SINK IN PREP AREA.

    • 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.CHEST FREEZERS & HOT HOLDING UNIT.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination.

23. Jun 10, 2010 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. MUST LABEL DRIED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.

    • 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 SEAL WOOD SHELVING INSIDE MOP CLOSET.

    • 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. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE, MICROWAVE OVEN, CAN OPENER, FRYER, AND CHEST FREEZERS IN BASEMENT.

24. Feb 24, 2010 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    7 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. PREP FOODS INSIDE STORAGE COOLER MUST BE LABELED.

    • 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. CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED ON SHELVES.

    • 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 BROKEN GASKETS ON FRONT KITCHEN PREP COOLER DOORS AND DISH WASHING AREA STORAGE COOLER DOORS.

    • 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. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE; COOKING EQUIPMENT, EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, FREEZERS, STORAGE SHELVES AND DRIED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS THRU-OUT BASEMENT.

    • 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 SEAL FRONT KITCHEN FLOOR AND CLEAN FLOORS THRU-OUT PREMISES.

    • 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. MUST CLEAN HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT.

    • 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 3PART SINK FAUCET AND SEAL GREASE TRAP.