Dunkin Donuts / Baskin Robbins
1231 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60605
Restaurant ZIP 60605 Risk 2 (Medium)
Passed · as of Apr 29, 2026
Dunkin Donuts / Baskin Robbins was last inspected on April 29, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 3 violations.
Latest inspection
April 29, 2026 · Complaint
Result: Pass
3 general-
GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated grease and food debris on exterior surfaces of cooking equipment and prep tables. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed debris on floors along walls and corners in facility and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed torn gasket on walk-in freezer on second floor storage area. Instructed to replace all gaskets where needed.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspection history
20 inspections on record
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Noted some use of milk crates for elevation at the walk-in cooler, dishwashing area, and dry storage area. Instructed not to use milk crates for elevation to prevent hiding places for pest. Must provide appropriate shelving for storage. All food items must also be stored 6" away from the wall
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated grease and food debris on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment, prep tables, coolers, freezers, shelving units. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed a heavy accumulation of dirt, dust and food debris on the walls and floors especially along the rear prep area and around the baking equipment and non baking equipment. Instructed to clean and maintain all areas.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed debris on floors along walls and corners in facility, utility and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
6 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored on floor in walk-in cooler. Instructed manager to elevate all food six inches off floor.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed ice scoop laying on top of ice and ice machine. Instructed manager to store ice scoop handle up above ice to prevent contamination.
Official wording (code 43)
In-use utensils: properly stored
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Noted some use of milk crates for elevation at the walk-in cooler, dishwashing area, and dry storage area. Instructed not to use milk crates for elevation to prevent hiding places for pest. Must provide appropriate shelving for storage. All food items must also be stored 6" away from the wall
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated grease and food debris on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment, prep tables, coolers, freezers, shelving units. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Erved a heavy accumulation of dirt, dust and food debris on the walls and floors especially along the rear prep area and around the baking equipment and non baking equipment. Instructed to clean and maintain all areas.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed debris on floors along walls and corners in facility, utility and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Fly traps mounted above clean utensils, instructed to keep away from open foods and clean utensils.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Ice scoop kept in unclean holder, gray water at bottom. Instructed to keep inb a clean surface.
Official wording (code 43)
In-use utensils: properly stored
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Short Form Complaint · Fail
1 general Show violations
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.111 observed 15 small flies in food prep area; observed 10 small flies throughout remainder of facility including in conference room, in rear dish area and in rear receiving area. Instructed manager to service all affected areas. Pest control service recommended. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
3 critical2 general Show violations
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed milk and whipped cream held at temperatures ranging from 53 f. Manager discarded .5 gallon of milk and .5 gallon of whipped cream ($10). Instructed manager to ensure all cold foods are held at 41 f and below. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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CriticalFood temperature
Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.
Inspector’s note: Observed reach in cooler in disrepair. Said cooler had an internal air temperature of 54 f. Instructed manager to ensure all coolers have an internal air temperature of 41 f and below. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 33)
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
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CriticalFacility upkeep
Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed waste water in 3 compartment sink being improperly disposed. When one compartment is drained waste water floods another compartment. Manager had maintanence service grease trap. Priority violation 7-38-030 (c). Citation issued
Official wording (code 52)
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed interior of ice machine with soil build up. Instructed manager to clean and sanitize.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed broken faucet in customer toilet room. Instructed manager to have faucet repaired.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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Pass
Short Form Complaint · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean interiors of sinks and refrigeration units where needed.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean and maintain floors and floor drains in the rear bakery area and floors in the front serving area. Also clean floor inside of walk-in cooler and freezer.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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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 in both 1st floor washrooms with accumulated dirt, as well as behind prep cooler units in the front food prep area and under and behind the ice machine in the rear food prep area. Instructed to clean all said areas 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 some ceiling tiles missing in the rear food prep area. Instructed to clean and maintain.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Missing light shield at ice cream tubs service cooler, instructedto install.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: Several prep coolers missing thermometer, instructed to install in the warmest part.
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical3 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector’s note: Observed an employee using the sprayer head nozzle to rinse his hands into the drain panel at the coffee station while his hand was bandaged and covering the nozzle. Instructed to use the exposed handsink for all hand washing and/or rinsing. Critical violation 7-38-010(a)
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed the gaskets of prep coolers torn. Instructed to replace and maintain all gaskets.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Observed gaskets of the ice cream cake freezer with accumulated food spill and debris. Instructed to clean and maintain all gaskets.
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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 food handlers with no hair restraints. Instructed to wear a hair restraint at all times food is being handled.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
5 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Rubber gaskets on walk in cooler/walk in freezer door in need of repair where worn or torn. Must replace and maintain at all times. Must caulk all around all equipment.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: The following in need of cleaning to remove all build up: all drink dispensor nozzles, interior of reach in coolers, and all unused equipment. Must clean and maintain at all times.
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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: Floors in need of cleaning under and around all equipment to remove large amounts of build up. Grout need on floor in front prep area. Must clean and maintain at all times.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Leaks at faucets on 3 compartment sink on 2nd floor. Correct and maintain at all times.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: All stored equipment from other stores must be cleaned and maintained in a clean sanitized manner. All equipment not in use or plan to be used must be removed. Must correct and maintain at all times.
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Pass
Canvass 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: Must sand or replace cutting board in prep area with deep, dark grooves.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Must detail clean and maintain the interior of 3-comp. Sink, interior of ice machine and used/unused cooking equipment 1st and 2nd fl.
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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 detail clean and maintain the interior of all floor drains, floors in all corners and under/around all heavy equipment through out.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Must clean and maintain walls and ceiling tiles throughout rear and 2nd fl prep areas.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Must provide a light shield to walk in cooler #4 on the 2nd fl.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Must remove all unused equipment from 1st/2nd fl prep area and eliminate clutter and organize storage areas on 2nd fl.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
2 critical7 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector’s note: Found walk in cooler (#4) on the 2nd fl not able to maintain the required temperature of 40f or lower. Air temperature per my thermometer, 51.9f, outside thermometer read 56f and time/temperature log on premises show a temperature of 52.2f was taken at 6am. Instructed to have unit fixed, unit was tagged and can not be used until reinspected by the cdph. Once ready for reinspection must fax a letter to 312-746-4240 or email us at cdphfood@cityofchicago.org. Critical violation 7-38-005(a)
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector’s note: Found potentially hazardous foods (roast beef, cheese and cream cheese)being stored in the above walk in cooler at improper temperatures. Temperatures ranged from 51.2f-51.8f. A combined weight of 273lbs. Valued at $417. All items were discarded, instructed to keep cold potentially hazardous foods at 40f or lower at all times. Critical violation 7-38-005(a) found milk stored in the above cooler at imroper temperatures. Temps. Ranged from 52.8f-53.2f. Items were tagged and can not be used/sold. 36 gal. Of whole milk, 93 1/2 gal. Of creamer, 8 cases of nesquik and 4 cases of 2% (16fl oz)milk. Items valued at $529.
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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: Found live small flies on the premises, 15 in the rear prep area 1st fl and 35 on the 2nd fl prep. Instructed to eliminate small flies, clean affected areas and recommended contacting pest control for assistance. 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: Must sand or replace cutting board in prep area with deep, dark grooves.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Must detail clean and maintain the interior of 3-comp. Sink, interior of ice machine and used/unused cooking equipment 1st and 2nd fl.
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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 detail clean and maintain the interior of all floor drains, floors in all corners and under/around all heavy equipment through out.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Must clean and maintain walls and ceiling tiles throughout rear and 2nd fl prep areas.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Must provide a light shield to walk in cooler #4 on the 2nd fl.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Must remove all unused equipment from 1st/2nd fl prep area and eliminate clutter and organize storage areas on 2nd fl.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Found interior of walk in cooler not clean.2nd floor.
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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: Found coffee beans spillage at elevator shaft room.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Found light fixture not shielded inside cooler by front stairwell.
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Pass
Short Form Complaint · 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: See report dated 06/02/11
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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: See report dated 06/02/11
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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: See report dated 06/02/11
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: See report dated 06/02/11
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: See report dated on 06/02/11
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Pass
Canvass · 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: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN- INTERIOR CABINET OF FRONT PREP 3-COMPARTMENT SINK WITH STAINS/DEBRIS BUILD UP, PREP FRONT PREP AREA STAND UP REACH IN COOLER FAN COVER WITH ACCUMULATED DUST BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN UNCLEAN EQUIPMENT.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. OBSERVED STANDING WATER IN PITS ON FLOOR BY REAR PREP AREA 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR FLOOR, FLOOR MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN AND KEEP DRY ALSO MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR OF ALL UNCLEAN FLOOR DRAINS.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST RECAULK PREP AREAS HANDWASH BOWLS TO WALLS.
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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. WALK IN FREEZER #7 LIGHT BULB BURNED OUT. MUST PROVIDE WORKING LIGHT BULB FOR FREEZER.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. REAR PREP AREA 3-COMPARTMENT SINK PIPE LEAKING UNDER MIDDLE COMPARTMENT. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINK.
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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: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repa. Found tables, counters, and exterior of ice machine not wiped down.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. Found floors not clean at 2nd floor storage areas.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. Found ceiling tiles in poor repair at rear storage areas. (must replace worn ceiling tiles)
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. Found p-trap at exposed hand sink at rear of premises leaking.
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