Harmony Restaurant
6525 W Archer Ave, Chicago, IL 60638
Restaurant ZIP 60638 Risk 1 (High)
Pass with Conditions · as of Feb 26, 2026
Harmony Restaurant was last inspected on February 26, 2026 with a result of “Pass w/ Conditions”. Inspectors found 6 violations, including signs of pests.
Latest inspection
February 26, 2026 · Canvass
Result: Pass w/ Conditions
6 general-
GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 50 rat droppings in basement area under tables stored in corner. Instructed person in charge to remove all rat droppings and clean and sanitize areas.additional pest control service needed. (person in charge removed rat droppings and cleaned/sanitized area at time of inspection). Priority foundation #7-38-020(a). Citation issued.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed gray rear exterior door leading to alley not tight fitting with 1/4in gap at bottom. Instructed person in charge to make door tight fitting and maintain for the prevention of pest entry.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed gasket on two door cooler in disrepair and loose. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed build up of residue on floor and debris underneath bar area and in tea making area. Instructed person in charge 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 unused equipment stored in basement area (back rear corner) with build up of old food resiude. Instructed person in charge to remove unused equipment for the prevention of pest harborage.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed build up of dust and grease on unused hood system in tea making area. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspection history
33 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Observed bulk container not labeled with common name of ingredient. Instructed person in charge: label all containers of bulk ingredients with their common names.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: 3-307.11 observed four-compartment sink in bar area with one compartment used for handwashing with no partition/splash guard between handwashing and warewashing compartment. Instructed person in charge to provide splash guard/ barrier between handwashing and warewashing compartments.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 observed build up of grime and dust on wall of dishwashing area. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: 4-202.18 observed filters in unused hood system over tea prep area to be covered in grime. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
4 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: Observed approximately 30 mouse droppings scattered in the basement area near chest freezers. Instructed the person in charge to remove all droppings, sanitize the area, and inform the pest control service of the activity. Priority foundation #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: Observed four-compartment sink with one compartment used for handwashing with no partition/splash guard between handwashing and warewashing compartment. Instructed person in charge to provide splash guard/ barrier between handwashing and warewashing compartments.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed build up of grime and dust on wall of dishwashing area. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed filters in unused hood system over tea prep area to be covered in grime. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Conditional
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical10 general3 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.
Inspector’s note: Observed no person in charge with valid chicago food sanitation certificate. Instructed manager to designate person in charge during all hours of operation. Priority foundation
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing signs at hand washing sinks in prep, bar areas. Instructed manager to provide hand washing signs at all hand washing sinks used by employees.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Observed bulk containers not labeled on shelving units in prep area. Instructed manager to label all bulk containers with common name of food.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed 1" openings in wndow in prep area. Instructed manager to prevent 16 mesh sreen to prevent insect entry.
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: Observed food items stored on floor in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to elevate all food items six inches off floor.
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: Observed soiled wiping cloths stored on prep tables in rear prep area.instructed manager to store wiping cloths in sanitizing solution between uses.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated food debris and grease buildup on interior and exterior surfaces of ice machine, cooking equipment, prep tables, shelving units, coolers, freezers, cooler door gaskets, cooler fan guards, etc. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
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 leaking faucet on hand washing sink in men washroom, leaking drainpipe on hand washing sink in women washroom. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no covered waste receptacle staff and women washrooms. Instructed manager to provide.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed openings in ceiling in basement storage areas, along ceilings, walls, and along baseboards in first floor prep area. Instructed manager to seal all openings in all areas to prevent pet harborage.
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 accumulated dirt, dust, food debris and spills on walls, ceiling and floor in prep area. 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 unused articles and equipment in basement storage areas. Instructed manager to remove all unnecessary items to prevent pest harborage.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no chicago food sanitation manager on site when tcs food prepared and served. A chicago food sanitation manager must be on site at all times tcs food prepared and served. Priority foundation 7-38-012 citation issued.
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Observed no valid food handler training available. Instructed manager to provide food handler training for all employees.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Observed no valid allergen training for certified manager. All certified managers must provide allergen training.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical12 general2 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing signs at hand washing sinks in prep, bar and washroom areas. Instructed manager to provide hand washing signs at all hand washing sinks used by employees.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Observed bulk containers not labeled on shelving units in prep area. Instructed manager to label all bulk containers with common name of food.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed over 20 flying insects in prep and dsih washing area, 20 rat droppings inside wok, 10 rat droppings scattered on floor in basement liquor storage room, 20 rat droppings scattered on paper good shelves in basement storage area. Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean and sanitize all areas. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed 1" openings in wndow in prep area. Instructed manager to prevent 16 mesh sreen to prevent insect entry.
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: Observed food items stored on floor in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to elevate all food items six inches off floor.
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: Observed soiled wiping cloths stored on prep tables in rear prep area.instructed manager to store wiping cloths in sanitizing solution between uses.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no test kit for high temperature dish machine. Instructed manager to provide irreversible indicator to test utensil surface temperature. Priority foundation 7-38-005 citation issued
Official wording (code 48)
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated food debris and grease buildup on interior and exterior surfaces of ice machine, cooking equipment, prep tables, shelving units, coolers, freezers, cooler door gaskets, cooler fan guards, etc. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
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 leaking faucet on hand washing sink in men washroom, leaking drainpipe on hand washing sink in women washroom. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no covered waste receptacle staff and women washrooms. Instructed manager to provide.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed openings in ceiling in basement storage areas, along ceilings, walls, and along baseboards in first floor prep area. Instructed manager to seal all openings in all areas to prevent pet harborage.
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 accumulated dirt, dust, food debris and spills on walls, ceiling and floor in prep area. 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 unused articles and equipment in basement storage areas. Instructed manager to remove all unnecessary items to prevent pest harborage.
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: Observed no valid food handler training available. Instructed manager to provide food handler training for all employees.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Observed no valid allergen training for certified manager. All certified managers must provide allergen training.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.12: walls and ceiling surrounding ventilation hood 1st floor, and walls , ceiling in basement directly underneath 1st floor cooking line with excessive grease encrusted on walls. Instd to clean all and maintain free of grease
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.14: entire exterior and interior of ventilation hood system including ansel system and filters with excessive grease, dust, and debris. Instd to detail clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Fail
Short Form Complaint · Fail
3 critical3 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: 5-205.11 handwash sink in prep area not accessible, unclean dishes in basin of sink. Instd to keep basin clear and accessible at all times for handwashing only. Citation issued 7-38-030(c) priority foundation
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: 6-301.12 no hand drying provision (i.e. Paper towels) at handwash sink in prep area. Instd to provide and maintain at sink at all times. See above for violation issued 7-38-030(c) priority foundation
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: 3-501.16 (a2&b)the following tcs foods on table at prep line at improper temperatures: large deep container of bean sprouts at 67.0f, large deep container of eggroll mixture at 63.0f, and dozen eggs at 64.0f. All discarded and denatured at this time. Instd to maintain cold foods at 41f or below at all times. Approx 20lbs $100 value. Citation issued 7-38-005 priority
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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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 over 30 rat droppings noted scattered on floor through basement behind unused equipment and under storage shelves. Instd to remove all droppings, clean and sanitize affected areas and contact pest control for service. Citation issued 7-38-020(a) priority foundation
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.12: walls and ceiling surrounding ventilation hood and walls and ceiling in basement directly underneath 1st floor cooking line with excessive grease encrusted on walls. Instd to clean all and maintain free of grease
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.14: entire exterior and interior of ventilation hood system including ansel system and filters with excessive grease, dust, and debris. Instd to detail clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.12: walls and ceiling surrounding ventilation hood and walls and ceiling in basement directly underneath 1st floor cooking line with excessive grease encrusted on walls. Instd to clean all and maintain free of grease
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.14: entire exterior and interior of ventilation hood system including ansel system and filters with excessive grease, dust, and debris. Instd to detail clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
1 critical5 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: No hand drying provision at handwash sinks in prep areas. Instd to provide at all times. Citation issued 7-38-030(c) priority foundation
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Over 40 rat droppings scattered on floor in basement under stairwell and electrical equipment. Over 15 live house flies noted flying in prep areas. Instd to remove all droppings and flies; clean and sanitize all affected areas and contact pest control for service. Citation issued 7-38-020(a) priority foundation
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: Food storage (bag of onions) on floor in 1st floor prep area and container of food on floor in walk in cooler. Instd to elevate all 6 inches and maintain
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Wiping cloths improperly stored. Instd to store in sanitizing solution when not in use.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Walls and ceiling surrounding ventilation hood and walls and ceiling in basement directly underneath 1st floor cooking line with excessive grease encrusted on walls. Instd to clean all and maintain free of grease
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Entire exterior and interior of ventilation hood system including ansel system and filters with excessive grease, dust, and debris. Instd to detail clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: 3-305.11: food storage on floor through out premises. Instd to elevate all 6 inches and maintain
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.12: walls through out rear prep area with excessive dust, debris, and grease accumulation. Instd to clean and maintain
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical6 general Show violations
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: The following tcs foods at improper cold hold temperatures in reach in cooler at sushi prep area: shrimp 50.9f, white tuna fish 50.1f, tuna 50.4f, crab 49.9f. All discarded and denatured at this time. Approx 10lbs $150 value. Citation issued 7-38-005 priority
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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GeneralFood temperature
Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.
Inspector’s note: Reach in cooler at sushi prep area unable to maintain proper temperatures, internal air temperature of 49.9f. Cooler tagged and held for inspection at this time. Instd not to use repaired and reinspected by cdph. Citation issued 7-38-005 priority
Official wording (code 33)
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Over 30 rat droppings noted scattered on floor under warewashing machine, and under basement stairwell. Instd to remove all droppings, clean and sanitize affected areas and contact pest control for service. Citation issued 7-38-020(a) priority foundation
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: Food storage on floor through out premises. Instd to elevate all 6 inches and maintain
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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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: Cutting boards with deep, dark grooves at prep area. Instd to replace and maintain cutting boards.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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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: Torn gasket on prep cooler in sushi area. Instd to repair and maintain
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Walls through out rear prep area with excessive dust, debris, and grease accumulation. Instd to clean and maintain
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail
1 critical4 general Show violations
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CriticalRepeat violation
A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Previous priority violation not corrected: live roach activity noted on site. 1 large pregnant roach with egg sac attached, 2 live baby roaches in large rice bins, large roach in rice cooker, roach egg sacs noted underneath aluminum lining on bottom shelf of prep table. Instd to remove all roaches, roach activity, clean and sanitize all areas. Contact pest control for updated service.
Official wording (code 59)
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: see 59
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c): all surfaces underneath all equipment, rice cooker, interior cooler door gaskets, entire wok station, all attached drip trays, steam table, inbetween walls wok station and stove, prep tables, interior/exterior of all fryers, encrusted with grease and food debris. Instd to clean and maintain all.
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: 6-501.12: walls through out prep area not clean, excessive accumulation of grease, dust and debris remain on top of walls surrounding wok station.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: see 59
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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Fail
Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail
1 critical4 general Show violations
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CriticalRepeat violation
A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Previous priority violation from 10/17/19 report 2316043 not corrected: live roach activity remains. 10 live roaches (multi generational; baby roaches, large and 2 pregnant adult roaches with egg sac attached) in the following areas: on floor leading to prep area, warewashing area floor, basement floor, on storage box in hallway, on wall next to wok station. Numerous dead roaches on floor in prep area, on floor in warewashing area, on walls underneath staircase and in basement sinks. Instd to remove all roaches, live and dead, clean and sanitize all areas and have updated pest control service. Priority violation 7-42-090.
Official wording (code 59)
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: See 59
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c): all cooking equipment, all surfaces underneath all equipment, cabbage slicer, rice cooker, interior cooler door gaskets, entire wok station, all attached drip trays, inbetween walls wok station and stove, prep tables, inbetween fryers and inbetween prep tables, interior/exterior of all fryers, encrusted with grease and food debris. Instd to clean and maintain all.
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: 6-501.12: walls through out prep area and warewashing area not clean, excessive accumulation of grease, dust and debris. Instd to clean and maintain surface.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: see 59
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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Fail
Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail
1 critical4 general Show violations
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CriticalRepeat violation
A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Previous priority foundation violations from 10/10/19 report 2315720 not corrected: 38 - over 30 live roaches crawling (multi generational, small and large adult) underneath microwave and inbetween steam table and prep table. Dead roaches also noted in various areas through out premises. Instd to remove all roaches, have updated pest control service. - 43 knives improperly stored inbetween prep tables and coolers. Instd to store in designated area. - 45 interior of walk in cooler on walls and ceilings with excessive dust, black mold like substance. Instd to remove and maintain clean surfaces. - 53 handwash sink and toilet in basement employee toilet room not clean. Instd to clean and maintain. 55 walls in mens toilet room not clean. Instd to clean and maintain. Floor through out under and behind wok line and fryers with excessive grease build up. Instd to clean and maintain all…
Official wording (code 59)
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: see 59
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c): all cooking equipment, cabbage slicer, rice cooker, interior cooler door gaskets, entire wok station, all attached drip trays, inbetween walls wok station and stove, inbetween fryers and inbetween prep tables, encrusted with grease and food debris. Instd to clean and maintain all.
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: 6-501.12: walls through out prep area and interior of hood above cooking line not clean, excessive accumulation of grease, dust and debris. Instd to clean and maintain surface.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: See 59
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
4 general1 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: 4 live roaches crawling on floor and on wall inbetween wok station and upright cooler. Instd to remove and eliminate all roaches, clean and sanitize affected areas and have updated pest control service. Citation issued 7-38-020(a). Priority foundation
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: All cooking equipment, entire wok station, all attached drip trays, inbetween walls and wok station, inbetween fryers and inbetween prep tables, encrusted with grease and food debris. Instd to clean and maintain all.
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: Walls through out prep area and interior of hood above cooking line not clean, excessive accumulation of grease, dust and debris. Instd to clean and maintain surface.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Previous core violations from 4/29/19 report 2285942 not corrected. 10 missing handwash signage at all handwash sinks including handwash sinks in toilet rooms. Instd to provide and maintain. 37 dry storage containers not labeled. Instd to label and maintain with common name. 41 wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution. Instd to store properly at all times. - 43 knives improperly stored inbetween prep tables and coolers. Instd to store in designated area. - 45 single service articles (take out containers, chopsticks, etc)improperly stored on shelves in dishmachine area. Instd to store in clean, dry location where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. - 49 exterior surfaces on dishmachine with excessive lime/calcium build up. Instd to clean and maintain. Interior of all freezers with excessive ice build up. Instd to clean and maintain. Interior of walk in…
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: See 60
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
6 critical7 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: No employee health policy in place. Instd to provide and maintain on site. Priority violation 7-38-010.
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: No procedure in place for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instd to provide and maintain same. Priority foundation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Missing handwash signage at all handsinks including handwash sinks in toilet rooms. Instd to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood source
Required records (shellfish tags, parasite-destruction logs) were missing.
Inspector’s note: No written agreement or statement from the supplier stating the fish supplied for sushi is frozen to required time and temperature. Instd to provide same and maintain.
Official wording (code 14)
Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
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CriticalFood temperature
Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.
Inspector’s note: 3.501.17(a) variety of food not properly labeled, dated (cooked eggrolls, cooked chicken, etc.) refrigerated, ready to eat tcs food prepared and held for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the day or date by which food shall be sold or discarded for a maximum of 7 days. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 23)
Proper date marking and disposition
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CriticalFood handling
No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.
Inspector’s note: No consumer advisory with disclosure and reminder for undercooked/raw foods (sushi). Instd to provide and maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 25)
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Dry storage containers not labeled. Instd to label and maintain with common name.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution. Instd to store properly at all times.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Knives improperly stored inbetween prep tables and coolers. Instd to store in designated area.
Official wording (code 43)
In-use utensils: properly stored
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GeneralFood handling
Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.
Inspector’s note: Single service articles (take out containers, chopsticks, etc)improperly stored on shelves in dishmachine area. Instd to store in clean, dry location where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination.
Official wording (code 45)
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Exterior surfaces on dishmachine with excessive lime/calcium build up. Instd to clean and maintain. Interior of all freezers with excessive ice build up. Instd to clean and maintain. Interior of walk in cooler on walls and ceilings with excessive dust, black mold like substance. Instd to remove and maintain clean surfaces.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Handwash sink and toilet in basement employee toilet room not clean. Instd to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Walls in mens toilet room not clean. Instd to clean and maintain. Floor through out under and behind wok line and fryers with excessive grease build up. Instd to clean and maintain. Grafitti in both customer toilet rooms, instd to remove and maintain clean surfaces.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Missing allergen training as required for all city of chicago certified food managers. Instd to obtain and maintain verification.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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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: Observed the front cutting board pitted and stained, instructed to replace.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Observed the kitchen food chopper not clean, instructed to clean and sanitize. Also defrost and clean the basement box freezers. Clean basement walk-in cooler storage shelf.
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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 the floor in the kitchen and storage area in the basement, instructed to clean and reseal.
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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 the kitchen walls dusty, instructed to dust/clean. Also clean /repaint ceiling /walls in prep kitchen and around dish machine.need to clean and remove the black substance on the walls in the basement walk-in cooler.
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
2 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector’s note: No certified food manager on duty while handling potentially hazardous foods (rice, chicken, beef, etc) nor valid city of chicago certicate posted. Instd to provide same. Serious violations 7-38-012 a.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector’s note: Previous minor violations from 3/16/17 report 1995694 not corrected: 30 cooked food in all coolers not labeled or dated. Instd to properly label. 32 exterior of dishmachine with excessive lime/calcium accumulation. Instd to clean and maintain. Interior of deep freezers in basement with excessive ice accumulation. Instd to clean and maintain. Bottom shelves of prep table with worn and rusty surfaces. Instd to remove rust and maintain surfaces. 35 wall under urinal in mens toilet room in poor repair, worn, rotting surface. Instdnto repair and maintain. 36 lightshields missing for lights at interior of hood above wok station. Instd to provide lightshields. Serious violation 7-42-090 serious.
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
5 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector’s note: No certified food manager on duty while handling potentially hazardous foods (rice, chicken, beef, etc) nor valid city of chicago certicate posted. Instd to provide same. Serious violations 7-38-012 a.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: Cooked food in all coolers not labeled or dated. Instd to properly label.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Exterior of dishmachine with excessive lime/calcium accumulation. Instd to clean and maintain. Interior of deep freezers in basement with excessive ice accumulation. Instd to clean and maintain. Bottom shelves of prep table with worn and rusty surfaces. Instd to remove rust and maintain surfaces.
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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 under urinal in mens toilet room in poor repair, worn, rotting surface. Instdnto repair and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Lightshields missing for lights at interior of hood above wok station. Instd to provide lightshields.
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
5 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector’s note: All multi use utensils must be stored in a clean sanitized manner. May not store utensils between tables. Must correct and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Rubber gasket needed on reach in cooler at sushi bar. Must correct and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Interior of all reach in coolers in need of cleaning to remove all food build up and debris. Hood ventilation with heavy grease build up. Must 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: Ceiling above hood ventilation in poor repair. Holes and water damage must correct and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: All unnecessary clutter must be removed and or organized. Correct and maintain.
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
1 critical8 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector’s note: Found basement handsink with no paper towels, found basement employee washroom with no soap, and found 1st floor prep area hand sink with no paper towels. Manager corrected during inspection. Critical violation 7-38-030
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector’s note: Found outside garbage area open with garbage exposed and overflowing. Found grease container with grease encrusted to the top, sides and ground. Instructed manager to clean, correct and maintain atall times. Serious violation 7-38-020
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector’s note: Previous minor violations not corrected from 1-22-16 report #1454352 insp#218 #33 cooking equipment in need of cleaning to remove all grease build up. Must clean and maintain at all times. #34 floors in need of cleaning through out basement and rear prep. Must clean and maintain at all times. #35 walls in prep area in need of cleaning to remove food splatter. Must clean and maintain at all times. #36 light sheilds needed in rear prep area. Must install and maintain. #37 employee washroom in basement in need of cleaning. Must correct and maintain at all times. Must correct and maintain at all times. Serious violation 7-42-090
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector’s note: All multi use utensils must be stored in a clean sanitized manner. May not store utensils between tables. Must correct and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Rubber gasket needed on reach in cooler at sushi bar. Must correct and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Interior of all reach in coolers in need of cleaning to remove all food build up and debris. Hood ventilation with heavy grease build up. Must 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: Ceiling above hood ventilation in poor repair. Holes and water damage must correct and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: All unnecessary clutter must be removed and or organized. Correct and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food handler requirements met
Inspector’s note: Must provide proof of all food handler certificates. Provide and maintain.
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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: New cutting boards needed. Worn, discolored deep cuts. Must replace and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Cooking equipment in need of cleaning to remove all grease build up. 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 through out basement and rear prep. Must clean and maintain at all times.
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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: Walls in prep area in need of cleaning to remove food splatter. Must clean and maintain at all times.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Light sheilds needed in rear prep area. Must install and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector’s note: Employee washroom in basement in need of cleaning. Must correct and maintain at all times.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
5 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored in basement freezer in grocery bags, instructed to provide food approved storage bags ie.ziplock baggies etc. Food is not to be stored in grocery bags.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Observed the interior of the basement upright freezer not clean, instructed to defrost/clean.
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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 floor not clean under the three tier cart next to tea machine, instructed to clean.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Observed rear wall of kitchen not clean(dusty),instructed to clean. Observed water damaged ceiling tile over rear wait station in tea room, instructed to replace. Observed the ceiling over the hood in poor repair, instructed to repair/reseal.also clean the walls and ceiling in the basement walk-in cooler.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Observed 4 small propane tanks in the basement, instructed to remove from building.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
10 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: Found seasonings by the cooking area not labeled. Instructed to label ingredients in plastic containers and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: Found opened large cans of product being stored in the prep cooler. Instructed that once product has been open to store remainder of it in food grade containers. Must properly date/label it.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Found no cover for the ice bin in the front bar area. Instructed to provide and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Found rust on the legs and shelving of the prep tables in the prep area. Instructed to remove rust and maintain rust free equipment.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Found the following in need of cleaning: interior/exterior of coolers (including the rubber gaskets)and cooking equipment. Remove excess dirt/food/grease, etc. Storage racks in the coolers and through out prep area. Interior of ice machine in the basement. Interior/exterior of bulk ingredient containers. Prep tables and shelving through out.
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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 the interior of floor drains and floors in the corners, under the sinks, in the walk in cooler, in the basement and under/around all heavy equipment not cleaned. Instructed to 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: Found floors in basement and 1st fl. Prep area not smooth and easily cleanable. Instructed to make floors smooth and cleanable 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: Found the walls around the sink, heavy equipment, the ventilation hood and the vents in the toilet rooms (women's room vents has a thick build up of something on it) not clean. Instructed to detail clean and maintain all.
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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: Found vent above the cooking equipment with out a cover. Instructed to provide and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Found clutter in the basement, instructed to remove all unnecessary articles/organize all other and maintain.
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · 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: All interior of freezers with excessive ice build-up. Remove excessive ice and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: All interior bottom of fryer cabinets, inbetween prep tables and all coolers, all cooler handles and underneath handles, interior and exterior of ice machine, all attached piping thru-out prep area not clean debris/dust accumulation. Clean same 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: Vents in toilet room with excessive dust accumulation. Clean same
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
5 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: Over 50 mice droppings noted on both ledges on sides of stairs leading to basement and also on floor in storage closet next to toilet rooms. Rear door not rodent proof, approx 1 inch hole noted at bottom left corner of door. Instd to remove all droppings, clean and sanitize all affected areas, and rodent proof door so as to be tight fitting. Recommend to contact pest control for additional service. Citation issued 7-38-020 serious.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector’s note: Previous minor violations from 6/15/12 (1227377) not corrected: 31- all multi-use utensils must be stored in a clean santized conainer or area when not in use. Observed knives being stored inbetween coolers and prep tables where excessive food debris noted. 32-new cutting board needed at prep line, deep cuts, and discolored. Instd to replace same. 34- floors behind walk-in cooler in need of detailed cleaning to remove all build-up. Wall in basement behind walk-in cooler to remove grease drip marks. Observed excessive grease on wall and floor in same area, appear to be using gravel, etc to contain grease on floor. Instd to remove grease and clean same area. 36- lights in prep area missing endcaps. Must provide lightshields and endcaps where needed. 38- splash guard needed at handsink in main prep area. Must install and maintain. 41- must remove all unnecessary clutter from basement (old f
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: All interior of freezers with excessive ice build-up. Remove excessive ice and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: All interior bottom of fryer cabinets, inbetween prep tables and all coolers, all cooler handles and underneath handles, interior and exterior of ice machine, all attached piping thru-out prep area not clean debris/dust accumulation. Clean same 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: Vents in toilet room with excessive dust accumulation. Clean same.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
8 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector’s note: All multi use utensils must be stored in a clean sanitized container or area when not in use.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: New cutting board needed at prep line, deep cuts, and discolored. Doors in and out of kitchen in need of cleaning to remove all food spills and build up. Must clean, replace and maintain at all times.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Storage shelves in need of cleaning to remove all debris. 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 behind walk in cooler in need of detail cleaning to remove all build up. Must clean and maintain at all times.
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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 in basement behind walk in cooler in need of cleaning to remove grease drip marks. Must clean and maintain at all times.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Lights in prep area missing end caps. Must replace 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: Splash gaurd needed at hand sink in main prep area. Must install and maintain.
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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 unnecessary clutter from basement.
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
6 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector’s note: Knives improperly stored inbetween prep tables. Instd to store properly
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Exterior of ice machine dishmachine with lime build-up. Clean same and maintain. Soda drain line improperly routed into sink. Instd to route properly to drain line
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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 equipment thru-out not clean, excessive debris/grease build-up, including: all storage shelves, tops, sides and bottom of prep tables, exterior/interior of all coolers/freezers including the rubber gaskets, door handles and storage shelves within, sides of all cooking equipment including stove, fryers, steamtable, inbetween all tables and cooking equipment, storage containers, rice cookers, unused equipment in basement thru-out. Clean same and maintain, free of debris
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Floor under wok station and on both sides of wok station not clean, excessive grease build-up noted. Instd to 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: Exterior south side of hood and wall at same area from floor to ceiling with excessive grease, appears to be leak from ceiling. Instd to remove excessive grease, repair any leak and paint walls. Walls surrounding dishmachine, leading to basement, and also wall by mens toilet room door. Clean and paint same.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Lightshields missing for interior lights of hood. Provide same.
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Fail
Canvass · 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 over 30 mice droppings on stairwell ledge leading to basement and also along wallbase in liquor storage room. Instd to remove same, clean affected areas and eliminate droppings. Seal any holes noted in walls/ceilings in same area. Citation issued 7-38-020 serious.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector’s note: Knives improperly stored inbetween prep tables. Instd to store properly.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Bottom of prep tables with rust and worn surfaces. Instd to paint same with non-toxic paint. Dry storage container lids cracked, in poor repair. Instd to repair/replace same. Exterior of ice machine dishmachine with lime build-up. Clean same and maintain. Soda drain line improperly routed into sink. Instd to route properly to drain line.
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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 equipment thru-out not clean, excessive debris/grease build-up, including: all storage shelves, tops, sides and bottom of prep tables, exterior/interior of all coolers/freezers including the rubber gaskets, door handles and storage shelves within, sides of all cooking equipment including stove, fryers, steamtable, inbetween all tables and cooking equipment, storage containers, rice cookers, unused equipment in basement thru-out. Clean same and maintain, free of debris.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Floor under wok station and on both sides of wok station not clean, excessive grease build-up noted. Instd to 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: Exterior south side of hood and wall at same area from floor to ceiling with excessive grease, appears to be leak from ceiling. Instd to remove excessive grease, repair any leak and paint walls. Walls surrounding dishmachine, leading to basement, and also wall by mens toilet room door. Clean and paint same.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Lightshields missing for interior lights of hood. Provide same.
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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: Cardboard boxes being used to store clean utensils. Instd to store in proper containers.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Storage shelves, cooking equipment, wok station not clean. Clean same.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Floors along wallbase behing heavy equipment not clean. Clean same.
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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: Interior of hood and surrounding walls with excessive grease build-up. Instd to clean and maintain.
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 8 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.