A & J Food Market Incorporated
342 W 75th St, Chicago, IL 60621
Grocery Store ZIP 60621 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Jun 15, 2026
A & J Food Market Incorporated was last inspected on June 15, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 2 violations, 1 of them critical.
Latest inspection
June 15, 2026 · Canvass
Result: Pass
1 critical1 general-
CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Noted empty ice machine not clean. Instructed to clean and sanitize all interior surfaces
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Noted no self-closing device on north washroom door. Instructed to provide and maintain
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspection history
26 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed light dust on the fan covers inside of the walk-in cooler; clean fans.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no lids on the garbage can in the employees washrooms. Must provide and maintain as required.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 critical2 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed facility missing handwashing signage at the handwashing sink in the employee toilet room and the exposed handwashing sink both near the deli area. Instructed to provide and maintain
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no ambient air thermometer inside of the walk-in cooler in the deli/meat prep area. Instructed to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed unused equipment and shelving units stored in the rear storage area near the meat/deli area. Also observed broken down cardboard boxes on the floor and on the shelving unit in the walk-in cooler. Instructed to remove and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 critical4 general Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: 4-602.11(b-e) observed accumulated food debris on the meat slicer located in the walk in cooler. Instructed to clean and sanitize.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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GeneralFood handling
Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.
Inspector’s note: 4-502.13 observed cardboard being reused as a floor liner in the walk in cooler. Instructed not to reuse cardboard.
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: 4-601.11(c) observed shelves with accumulated dust and dirt debris located in the customer retail area. Instructed to clean.
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: 5-205.15 observed the far right compartment of the 3 compartment sink is slow draining. Instructed to repair.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 observed floors through out with accumulated dirt debris under all of the shelves, under the 3 compartment sink and under the reach in cooler. Instructed to clean all.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must clean the interior of the walk in cooler and defrost and clean the interior of the bag of ice display freezer to remove spills and debris.
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: Observed the fixtures in the wash room dirty. Must 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: Floors need cleaning inside the walk in coolers to remove spills, debris and/or water.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
2 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: Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON MILK WALK IN COOLER.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 6-202.11 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS ON LIGHTS IN MEAT WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
1 critical11 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.
Inspector’s note: Pic doesn't have a food managers certificate.must provide and maintain.(priority foundation)
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed evidence of a live large gray and white cat in rear storage area.2- open cans of cat food on floor in same area and a open bag of cat litter on floor in prep area.employee removed cat from premises at this time.instructed manager no animals are allowed on premises,remove all evidence of a cat on premises.(priority foundation 7-40-060)
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 evidence of appx.50 or more rat and mice droppings on floor near exit door in storage area,on sales floor under display shelves and on lower shelf under chip display unit,in walk in cooler on top of excessive caulk along floor and wall.must remove droppings.clean and sanitize areas. Recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 2/19/20.(priority foundation 7-38-020 (a)
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 an appx."1/2-3/4" gap along bottom of double front doors . Must make doors tight fitting.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Must store wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution when not in use.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & 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: Must repair or replace worn door gasket on milk walk in cooler.
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: Must clean debris build up from grinder,meat slicer,saw machine,prep tables,reach in freezers,pop sleeves.
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: Must repair or replace damaged floor tiles in walk in cooler,prep/dish washing area and on sales floor,loose wall panel in prep area.must remove excessive caulking along walls and floors in prep area,meat walk in cooler and where needed.
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: Must clean debris build up from walls and ceilings in meat & milk walk in cooler.
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: Must clean debris build up on floor in meat and milk walk in cooler and water from floor in same areas.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Must provide light shields on lights in meat walk in cooler & freezer.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Previous core violations from report #2293311 6/11/19 not corrected #51-found no back flow prevention device on the utility sink. Instructed to provided and maintain.#55- observed ice build up in the walk in freezer. Instructed to remove and maintain. Observed rusted shelves in the customer coolers and the walk in cooler. Instructed to replace and maintain.#55- observed stained ceiling tiles throughout the facility. Instructed to replace and maintain.(priority foundation 7-42-090)
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no certified food manager on duty and no certified food managers certificate posted to view while tcs ready to eat foods are being prepared,handled and served such as (italian beef,cooked ground beef,etc).must be provide and be on site at all times.(priority foundation 7-38-020)
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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Conditional
Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
4 critical6 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 on site at the time of inspection. Instructed to obtain and maintain. Priority foundation #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 vomit or diarrhea procedure on site at time of inspection. Instructed to obtain and no citation issued maintain. 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: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING CLEANSER AT HAND WASH SINK IN THE FRESH MEAT AREA. EACH HAND WASHING SINK SHALL BE PROVIDED WITH A SUPPLE OF CLEANING LIQUID OR POWDER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(c)
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Observed food handler washing dishes without sanitizing. A chemical sanitizer shall be used at all times of washing soiled items. Instructed to wash, rinse and sanitize at all times. Priority violation 7-38-025
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: Found no thermometers inside all the coolers. Instructed to provide and maintain
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: No food measuring temperature device on site at time of inspection. Instructed to provide and maintain
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Found no back flow prevention device on the utility sink. Instructed to provided and maintain
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed ice build up in the walk in freezer. Instructed to remove and maintain. Observed rusted shelves in te customer coolers and the walk in cooler. Instructed to replace 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 stained ceiling tiles throughout the facility. Instructed to replace 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 ventilation hood above the fryers with build up of grease. Instructed to clean and maintain
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: No food handler certificate training for food handler packaging meat. Instructed to obtain and maintain
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
1 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: Floors in Walk in meat cutting area cooler not smooth and easily cleanable and porous. Must repair for smooth, easily cleanable non porous.
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Fail
Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail
5 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector’s note: Observed no waste grease storage container for facility, garbage area not maintain due to grease disposal maggots growing inside. . Must obtain waste grease container and maintain waste grease storage container for facility; always clean area and maintain. Serious Violation 7-38-020
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector’s note: THE CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY HAS AN EXPIRED SANITATION CERTIFICATE. . INSTRUCTED THAT CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED AND MUST BE OBTAINED AND MAINTAIN. Serious Violation 7-38-012(a)
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector’s note: Observed previous minor violations not corrected from inspection 2098904 performed on 10-16-17. #32 OBSERVED RUSTED SHELVES IN THE WALK-IN COOLERS AND ON THE SELLING FLOOR WHERE FOOD IS STORED; MUST PAINT OR REPLACE RUSTED SHELVES. #33 INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE MEAT SAW, GRINDER AND CUTTING BOARDS IN THE PREP AREA. #34 CLEAN FLOOR INSIDE OF WALK-IN COOLER UNDER SHELVES AND EQUIPMENT. PROVIDE A FLOOR DRAIN COVER FOR THE FLOOR DRAIN IN THE WASHROOM IN THE BUTCHER AREA. #35 OBSERVED THE WALL IN THE REAR STORAGE ROOM TO THE LEFT OF THE DOOR ENTERING THE ROOM IN POOR REPAIR; REPAIR WALL. OBSERVED SOME WATER STAINED, DAMAGED AND MISSING CEILING TILES IN THE WASHROOM IN THE BUTCHER AREA AND IN THE BUTCHER AREA; REPLACE CEILING TILE WHERE NEEDED IN THESE AREAS. CLEAN WALLS INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER. Serious Violation 7-42-090
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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 Walk in meat cutting area cooler not smooth and easily cleanable and porous. Must repair for smooth, easily cleanable non porous.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: No thermometers for walk in coolers and reach in coolers. Must obtain and maintain.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical6 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed facility with non accessible hand sink and hand sink in disrepair. rear hand sink in meat area blocked with wares and utensils stored inside. Must remove items and maintain access for hand washing only. Observed nonfunctioning hand sink and in disrepair. Hand sink rear prep area in disrepair, water facet removed and does not drain properly. Must repair and maintain. Observed employee restroom hand sink in disrepair, water leak heavily on floor. Must repair and maintain. Critical Violation7-38-030
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector’s note: Observed no waste grease storage container for facility, garbage area not maintain due to grease disposal maggots growing inside. . Must obtain and maintain waste grease storage container for facility and clean area and maintain. Serious Violation 7-38-020
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector’s note: THE CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY HAS AN EXPIRED SANITATION CERTIFICATE. . INSTRUCTED THAT CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED AND MUST BE OBTAINED AND MAINTAIN. Serious Violation 7-38-012(a)
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector’s note: Observed previous minor violations not corrected from inspection 2098904 performed on 10-16-17. #32 OBSERVED RUSTED SHELVES IN THE WALK-IN COOLERS AND ON THE SELLING FLOOR WHERE FOOD IS STORED; MUST PAINT OR REPLACE RUSTED SHELVES. #33 INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE MEAT SAW, GRINDER AND CUTTING BOARDS IN THE PREP AREA. #34 CLEAN FLOOR INSIDE OF WALK-IN COOLER UNDER SHELVES AND EQUIPMENT. PROVIDE A FLOOR DRAIN COVER FOR THE FLOOR DRAIN IN THE WASHROOM IN THE BUTCHER AREA. #35 OBSERVED THE WALL IN THE REAR STORAGE ROOM TO THE LEFT OF THE DOOR ENTERING THE ROOM IN POOR REPAIR; REPAIR WALL. OBSERVED SOME WATER STAINED, DAMAGED AND MISSING CEILING TILES IN THE WASHROOM IN THE BUTCHER AREA AND IN THE BUTCHER AREA; REPLACE CEILING TILE WHERE NEEDED IN THESE AREAS. CLEAN WALLS INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER. #38 FOUND THE PIPE UNDERNEATH THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE BUTCHER AREA DISCONNECTE
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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 Walk in meat cutting area cooler not smooth and easily cleanable and porous. Must repair for smooth, easily cleanable non porous.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Three compartment sink slow draining when filled. Must repair and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: No thermometers for walk in coolers and reach in coolers. Must obtain and maintain.
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
6 general1 paperwork 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: The certified manager on duty has an expired sanitation certificate. Manager states that he took the class to renew his city of chicago food sanitation certificate but his enrollment information is not on premises to verify. Instructed that enrollment info is required to be on premises until the new city of chicago sanitation certificate is obtained. Serious violation 7-38-012 issued.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed rusted shelves in the walk-in coolers and on the selling floor where food is stored; must paint or replace rusted shelves.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean and maintain the meat saw, grinder and cutting boards in the prep area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Clean floor inside of walk-in cooler under shelves and equipment. Provide a floor drain cover for the floor drain in the washroom in the butcher area.
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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 wall in the rear storage room to the left of the door entering the room in poor repair; repair wall. Observed some water stained, damaged and missing ceiling tiles in the washroom in the butcher area and in the butcher area; replace ceiling tile where needed in these areas. Clean walls inside of the walk-in cooler.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Found the pipe underneath the exposed hand sink in the butcher area disconnected and water draining into a metal can; employee attempted to repair by putting the pipes back on but the sink was still leaking; instructed to properly repair sink. Also observed leaking from the pipe under the first compartment of the three comp sink and under the utility sink; must repair both leaks.
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PaperworkMinor (pre-2018 form)
No smoking regulations
Inspector’s note: Found evidence of smoking on premises. Found cigarette butts in the toilet of the washroom in the butcher area. Instructed that no evidence of any kind can be on premises of smoking per the clean indoor air ordinance. Citation issued 7-32-020 c.
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Pass
Short Form Complaint · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
1 general Show violations
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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 water dripping from ceiling at entrance of walk-in meat prep cooler. Must repair.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
2 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector’s note: Previous minor violations from inspection report #1527895 dated 3/16/2015 not corrected:(29)(33) noted peeling paint and ice build up inside the walk in cooler. Must detail clean,defrost and remove peeling paint.(34)floors in the rear storage room needs cleaning to remove litter and debris also must replace missing floor tiles in the same area, (35)noted a few water stained ceiling tiles in the front selling area,(36)noted missing light bulbs in the rear storage must replace, must correct. Serious violation 7-42-090.
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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 water dripping from ceiling at entrnce of walk-in meat prep cooler. Must repair.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
6 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: Noted peeling paint and ice build up inside the walk in cooler. Must detail clean,defrost and remove peeling paint. Must clean the interior of the meat deli case cooler to remove debris and spills.
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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 the rear storage room needs cleaning to remove liter and debris. Also must replace missing floor tiles in the same area.
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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: Noted a few water stained ceiling tiles in the front selling area. Must replace and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Noted missing light bulbs in the rear storage room. Must replace,provide and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Noted the top of the exposed hand sink in the rear prep area cracked. Must repair or replace.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Must remove and/or organize clutter in the rear storage room to prevent harborage.
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Pass
Complaint · 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: Must provide a new gasket around the door in the walkin freezer.
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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 remove all heavy soil on floor around and under shelving units and display cases throughout premises.
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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 holes and cracks in the walls in the food /dry storage area. Must seal all the holes and cracks so no insect or rodent harborage. Replace stained water ceiling tiles in prep area and toilet rooms.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Must install a backflow preventor on the faucet at the utility/mop sink.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Found clutter inside storage room need to remove items not being used and clean and orgnize so no insect or rodent harborage.
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: The following needs clean meat cutting equipment, reach-in coolers, walk-in coolers, prep tables.
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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: Detail clean floors throughout all rooms and areas along all wall bases, in corners, underneath and behind all heavy equipment. Clean up spills in walk-in pop cooler. Also lift all the store shelves and clean the floor underneath them there is a large anount of dust and dirt.
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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: Replace stained water ceiling tiles in prep area, sales area and both toilet room.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Observed clutter in side storage room need to remove items not being used.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
5 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector’s note: The outside six cover garbage dumpster is missing one of the covers. Also the six cover garbage dumpster top the metal has been pulled away from the dumpster base on the left side of the unit. Also there is garbage, tall grass and weeds on the ground around unit.not insect or rodent proofed serious violation 7-38-020. Instructed to get the six garbage dumpster top repaired or replaced and provide the missing cover. Clean up the garbage and remove the tall grass and weeds. .
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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 needs clean meat cutting equipment, ri coolers, wi coolers, prep tables.
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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: Detail clean floors throughout all rooms and areas along all wall bases, in corners, underneath and behind all heavy equipment. Clean up spills in walk-in pop cooler. Also lift all the store shelves and clean the floor underneath them there is a large anount of dust and dirt.
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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: Replace stained water ceiling tiles in prep area, sales area and both toilet rooms .
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Observed clutter in side storage room need to remove items not being used.
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · 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: Replace cracked glass in door to reach-in freezer. Paint rusty exterior of grease trap. Paint rusty exteriors of shelves and door inside walk-in cooler
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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: Detail clean floors throughout all rooms and areas along all wall bases, in corners, underneath and behind all heavy equipment. Clean up spills in walk-in pop cooler.
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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: Clean and/or paint walls window ledges and doors throughout where needed. Clean debris from all light shields throughout every room. Replace stained ceiling tiles in west storae room.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Replace all missing lught shields in walk-in cooler or provide shatter- resistent bulbs in the cooler.
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
1 critical7 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector’s note: Found ground beef in hot holding unit in hot food prep area at an improper temperature of 117f. This product must eiher be re-heated to 165f or cooked to an internal temperature of 155f and held at 140f. In hot holding unit. Product vokuntarily discarded. Citation issued- critical 7-38-005(a).
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector’s note: The following previous minor violations noted 5-7-13 on report #1155027 not corrected:-35- replace missing and stained ceiling tiles in prep and sales areas. -41-: remove unused equipment and articles in west storage area to prevent pest harborage. Remove standing water in unused freezer (foul odor). Remove soiled water in mop pail to prevent insect breeding. Citation issued -serious for non compliance with existing violations 7-42-090.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Replace cracked glass in door to reach-in freezer. Paint rusty exterior of grease trap. Paint rusty exteriors of shelves and door inside walk-in cooler
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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: Detail clean floors throughout all rooms and areas along all wall bases, in corners, underneath and behind all heavy equipment. Clean up spills in walk-in pop cooler.
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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: Clean and/or paint walls window ledges and doors throughout where needed. Clean debris from all light shields throughout every room. Replace stained ceiling tiles in west storae room.
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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 violation #29.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Replace all missing lught shields in walk-in cooler or provide shatter- resistent bulbs in the cooler.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: See violation #29.
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
4 general Show violations
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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: Replace missing and stained ceiling tiles in prep and sales areas.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Install back flow device on utility sink.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Remove unused equipment and articles in west storage area to prevent pest harborage. Remove standing water in unused freezer (foul odor). Remove soiled water in mop pail to prevent insect breeding.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector’s note: Store wash cloths in sanitizing solution.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
11 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 15-20 mice droppings on shelves in west storage area. Instructed manger to clean and sanitize all areas. Serious violation 7-38-020 citation issued.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed
Inspector’s note: Hand sink not properly maintained, drainpipe leaking heavily and faucet handles in poor repair. Instructed manager to repair sink for proper hand washing. Serious violation 7-38-030 citation issued.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Replace missing fan guard cover in walk-in cooler. Remove ice buildup in meat walk-in freezer. Remove crates and provide adequate shelving for storage in walk-in cooler and freezer.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean interior and exterior of slicer, grinder, cutting boards, prep tables, hot holding units, shelves in prep area, walk-in coolers and freezers.
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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: Replace missing floor drain cover in meat prep area. Elevate all food off floor in walk-in freezer. Clean floors in hot food and deli prep area (food debris, ground beef, lettuce, etc). Floors need cleaning behind front counter and washroom areas (cigarette ashes).
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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: Replace stained ceiling tiles in prep and sales areas. Remove peeling paint on ceiling in meat walk-in cooler and freezer.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Replace missing light shields in dairy walk-in cooler, meat walk-in cooler, and display cooler.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Install back flow device on utility sink. Properly connect drain line inside meat walk-in cooler.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: Provide metal stem thermometer for internal temperatures.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Remove unused equipment and articles in west storage area to prevent pest harborage. Remove standing water in unused freezer (foul odor). Remove soiled water in mop pail to prevent insect breeding.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector’s note: Store wash cloths in sanitizing solution.
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Pass
Short Form 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: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.NEED TO REPLACE 4 MISSING FAN GUARD COVERS FROM REPORT 1150581 DATE 7/30/12.
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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.NEED TO CLEAN BOX FREEZER AND 2 DOOR FREEZER CLEAN AND SANITIZE SLICER, BAND SAW, CUTTING BOARDS IN MEAT CUTTING ROOM.CLEAN FANGUARD COVERS IN THE 7 DOOR FREEZER. FROM REPORT 1150581 7/30/12.
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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: Clean floor under and around all storage in store and side storage area.from report 1150581 7/30/12.
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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 cleane.REPLACE WATER DAMAGED WALL IN FRONT BY HAIR SUPPLIES, AND NEED TO CLEAN CEILING IN WALK IN COOLER MEAT CUTTING ROOM,REMOVE PEELING PAINT AND RESEAL CEILING IN MEAT CUTTING ROOM.FROM REPORT 1150581 DATE 7/30/12
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.CLEAN ALL LIGHT SHIELDS FROM REPORT 1150581 DATE 7/30/12.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.REMOVE ITEMS NOT BEING USED IN SIDE STORAGE ROOM. FROM REPORT 1150581 DATE 7/30/12.
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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: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.OBSERVED 4 FANGUARDS MISSING IN WALK-IN COOLER. NEED TO PROVIDE.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage.NEED TO CLEAN SMALL BOX FREEZER AND 2 DOOR FREEZER INTERIOR, NEED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE SLICER, AND BAND SAW CUTTING BOARDS IN MEAT CUTTING ROOM.CLEAN FANGUARD COVERS IN THE 7 DOOR SIDE FREEZER.
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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.CLEAN FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND ALL STORAGE IN STORE AND SIDE STOREAGE AREA.
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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.OBSERVED WATER DAMAGED WALLS IN FRONT BY HAIR SUPPLIES, AND REAR MEAT CUTTING ROOM. NEED TO CLEAN AND REPAIR.CLEAN CEILING IN WALK-IN COOLER (DUSTY). OBSERVED PEELING PAINT AT THE CEILING IN THE MEAT CUTTING ROOM NEED TO REMOVE AND RESEAL.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.NEED TO CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS THRU-OUT.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.OBSERVED CLUTTER IN SIDE STORAGE ROOM NEED TO REMOVE ITEMS NOT BEING USED.
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