Grota Restaurant

Year	Inspections	Violations	Serious
2026	3	14	2
2025	1	2	0
2024	1	1	0
2023	3	24	3
2022	1	6	0
2020	1	4	0
2019	1	2	0
2018	1	4	1
2017	2	4	0
2016	3	8	1
2015	1	5	0
2014	2	12	0
2013	1	6	0
2012	2	9	0
2011	1	8	0
2010	2	6	0

May 29, 2026 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.11-OBSERVED MISSING BASEBOARDS ALONG WALL LOCATED ACROSS FROM ICE MACHINE IN KITCHEN. MUST REPAIR.

May 20, 2026 Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Priority Foundation
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

2-101.11-NO ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE AN ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
Serious Priority
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED IMPROPER WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND SINK AT 74F LOCATED AT BAR. MINIMUM WATER TEMPERATURE MUST BE AT 100F OR ABOVE THROUGH MIXING VALVE OR COMBINATION FAUCET. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

4-602.11(B-E)-OBSERVED MINERAL BUILD UP LOCATED IN UPPER RESERVOIR OF ICE MACHINE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Priority Foundation
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER OVERFLOWING WITH TRASH PREVENTING LID CLOSURE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL TRASH INSIDE OF RECEPTACLE WITH LID SHUT TIGHT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(b). CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.11-OBSERVED MISSING BASEBOARDS ALONG WALL LOCATED ACROSS FROM ICE MACHINE IN KITCHEN. MUST REPAIR.
Not serious Priority Foundation
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 5-6-2025, REPORT #2616934. #58-OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH COMPLETION OF TRAINING AND MAINTAIN DOCUMENTATION ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

May 18, 2026 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Priority Foundation
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

NO ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE AN ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
Serious Priority
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED IMPROPER WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND SINK AT 74F LOCATED AT BAR. MINIMUM WATER TEMPERATURE MUST BE AT 100F OR ABOVE THROUGH MIXING VALVE OR COMBINATION FAUCET. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED MINERAL BUILD UP LOCATED IN UPPER RESERVOIR OF ICE MACHINE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Priority Foundation
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER OVERFLOWING WITH TRASH PREVENTING LID CLOSURE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL TRASH INSIDE OF RECEPTACLE WITH LID SHUT TIGHT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(b). CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED MISSING BASEBOARDS ALONG WALL LOCATED ACROSS FROM ICE MACHINE IN KITCHEN. MUST REPAIR.
Not serious Priority Foundation
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 5-6-2025, REPORT #2616934. #58-OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH COMPLETION OF TRAINING AND MAINTAIN DOCUMENTATION ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
Not serious Priority Foundation
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC

SUMMARY REPORT NOT POSTED FROM LAST INSPECTION ON 5-6-2025, REPORT #2616934. INSTRUCTED TO POST RECENT SUMMARY REPORT VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-010(B). CITATION ISSUED.

May 6, 2025 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

NOTED FOOD STORAGE RACKS IN WALK-IN COOLER WITH MOLD AN FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED REMOVE AND DEEP CLEAN/SANITIZE.
Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH COMPLETION OF TRAINING AND MAINTAIN DOCUMENTATION ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.

Nov 13, 2024 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED CRACKED FLOOR TILE IN FRONT OF DISH MACHINE. MUST REPAIR.

Aug 11, 2023 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Result: Pass.

Jul 21, 2023 Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Priority Foundation
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

4-601.11(A)--OBSERVED BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCES ON INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MAKER,DRIPPING INTO ICE "ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION". MANAGEMENT WAS INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. MUST HAVE TOP ICE MAKING PORTION OF EQUIPMENT ACCESSIBLE.
Serious Priority
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

4-501.114 (A, B, C, D, E, F: 1 & 2)--OBSERVED TWO (2) LOW TEMPERATURE DISH WASHING MACHINES LOCATED IN KITCHEN AND MAIN BAR AREA AT IMPROPER FINAL SANITIZING RINSE AT "0" PPM CHLORINE CONCENTRATION.(DISHMACHINES IS NOT IN USE AT THIS TIME).INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.A MECHANICAL DISHWASHING MACHINE SHOULD PROVIDE A FINAL SANITIZING RINSE OF EITHER 50 – 100 PPM CHLORINE (FOR CHEMICAL SANITIZING MACHINE) OR 180F FINAL RINSE (FOR HOT WATER SANITIZING MACHINE). DISHMACHINE TAGGED "HELD FOR INSPECTION" AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL REPAIRED (SEE COMMENTS BELOW). PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025.
Not serious Priority Foundation
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

6-501.111--WE CONTINUE TO OBSERVE EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY APRROX 30-40 MICE DROPPINGS IN ACCESS PANEL IN FRONT OF BAR AND IN CLUTTERED STORAGE ROOM LOCATED ACROSS FROM MAIN BAR ALSO,IN THE CLUTTERED SIDE SMALL BAR ON FLOOR AND INSIDE CABINETS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE MICE DROPPING AND DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A).
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

4-501.12--OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE PREP AREA IN POOR CONDITION. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

4-501.11--OBSERVED DAMAGED GASKETS INSIDE OF TWO DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

5-205.15--OBSERVED A WATER LEAK AT DRAIN PIPE UNDERNEATH THE HANDWASHING SINK AT THE END OF COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.ADDITIONAL WATER LEAKS NOTED AT THIS TIME FROM OVERHEAD PIPES FROM BASEMENT CEILING AND INSIDE THE FRONT WATER METER ROOM AND MAINTAIN. MUST REPAIR ALL LEAKS, DRY AND MAINTAIN FLOORS.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.114--OBSERVED UNUSED REFRIGERATION STORED OUTSIDE IN THE BACK OF PREMISES AND MULTIPLE BOXES OF TO-GO CONTAINERS. MUST REMOVE REFRIGERATION AND ALL OTHER ITEMS FROM OUTSIDE REAR OF PREMISES.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.114--OBSERVED CLUTTERED CONDITIONS IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS & UTILITY MOP SINK AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND RE-ORGANIZE MENTIONED AREAS AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND UNUSED EQUIPMENTS DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.
Not serious Core
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

8-404.13(B:4)--OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED. SEE REPORT #2560585 DATED 7/12/2022 VIOLATION #51 FOUND NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT ICE MACHINE WATERLINE.

Jul 7, 2023 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Priority Foundation
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES

OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DESIGNATE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION.
Not serious Priority Foundation
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

OBSERVED NO CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE OR VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED WHEN TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
Not serious Priority Foundation
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCES ON INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MAKER,DRIPPING INTO ICE "ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION".MANAGEMENT WAS INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED AND MAINTAIN.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED.
Serious Priority
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED TWO (2) LOW TEMPERATURE DISH WASHING MACHINES LOCATED IN KITCHEN AND MAIN BAR AREA AT IMPROPER FINAL SANITIZING RINSE AT "0" PPM CHLORINE CONCENTRATION.(DISHMACHINES IS NOT IN USE AT THIS TIME).INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.A MECHANICAL DISHWASHING MACHINE SHOULD PROVIDE A FINAL SANITIZING RINSE OF EITHER 50 – 100 PPM CHLORINE (FOR CHEMICAL SANITIZING MACHINE) OR 180F FINAL RINSE (FOR HOT WATER SANITIZING MACHINE). DISHMACHINE TAGGED "HELD FOR INSPECTION" AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL REPAIRED (SEE COMMENTS BELOW). PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025,NO CITATION ISSUED.
Not serious Priority Foundation
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED APRROX 50 MICE DROPPINGS IN ACCESS PANEL IN FRONT OF BAR AND IN CLUTTERED STORAGE ROOM LOCATED ACROSS FROM MAIN BAR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE MICE DROPPING AND DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A), CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED ICE SCOOP STORED ON TOP OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ICE SCOOP ON A CLEAN SURFACE.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE PREP AREA IN POOR CONDITION. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED DAMAGED GASKETS INSIDE OF TWO DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED OLD LEFT-OVER FOOD DEBRIS ON THE CAN OPENER IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Serious Priority
HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE

OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT THE ESTABLISHMENT WATER TEMPERATURE AT (70.0 F-70.2F). INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE HOT RUNNING WATER ABOVE 110F AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND MINIMUM 100F AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS THROUGHOUT THE ESTABLISHMENT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C), CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED A WATER LEAK AT DRAIN PIPE UNDERNEATH THE HANDWASHING SINK AT THE END OF COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED WET MOP STORED IN BUCKET IN THE UTILITY AREA. INSTRUCTED TO HANG MOPS WHEN NOT IN USE TO ALLOW TO DRY.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILES IN THE STORAGE ROOM NEXT TO MAIN BAR AND BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN IN KITCHEN ENTRY WAY NEXT TO TWO DOOR COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED UNUSED REFRIGERATION STORED OUTSIDE IN THE BACK OF PREMISES. MUST REMOVE REFRIGERATION FROM PREMISES IF NOT IN USE.
Not serious Priority Foundation
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED. SEE REPORT #2560585 DATED 7/12/2022 VIOLATION #57 FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED THAT ANY FOOD HANDLERS OBTAIN FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.VIOLATION #58 NO ALLERGEN AWARENESS TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED THAT EVERY CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE HOLDER MUST OBTAIN ALLERGEN AWARENESS TRAINING. VIOLATION #51 FOUND NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES AT ICE MACHINE WATERLINE. MUST PROVIDE WHERE THEY CAN BE LOCATED AND SERVICED. VIOLATION #51 FOUND HAND SINK NOT FASTENED PROPERLY AT BAR AT SMALLER BANQUET ROOM. MUST REPAIR. VIOLATION #53 FOUND TRASH CANS NOT COVERED IN THE WOMEN RESTROOM. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION,7-42-090, CITATION ISSUED.

Jul 12, 2022 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

FOUND BULK FOOD WITH NO LABELS.(FLOUR, RICE,ETC.)MUST PROVIDE.
Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

FOUND NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES AT ICE MACHINE WATERLINE. MUST PROVIDE WHERE THEY CAN BE LOCATED AND SERVICED.
Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

FOUND HAND SINK NOT FASTENED PROPERLY AT BAR AT SMALLER BANQUET ROOM. MUST REPAIR.
Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

FOUND TRASH CANS NOT COVERED IN THE WOMEN RESTROOM. MUST PROVIDE.
Severity not stated
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

FOUND FOODHANDLER WITH NO FOODHANDLER CERTIFICATES. MUST PROVIDE.
Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

FOUND SANITATION MANAGER WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE.

Nov 3, 2020 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HAND SINK (PREP/BAR/WASHROOMS)
Severity not stated
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL FOOD CONTAINERS/BINS IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME (FLOUR, SALT, SUGAR ETC)
Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SLOW DRAINING HANDSINK IN PREP/DISHWASHING AREA.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE PEELING PAINT ON AROUND VENT ABOVE PREP AREA.

Apr 10, 2019 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Core
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED LATCH AT WALK-IN COOLER DOOR LOOSE .INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR DOOR LATCH. CORE VIOLATION
Not serious Core
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED CEILING TILE STAINED ABOVE DISH MACHINE AT FOOD PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILE ABOVE DISH MACHINE AT FOOD PREP AREA. CORE VIOLATION

Nov 13, 2018 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Priority Foundation
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CREATE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
Serious Priority
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP PROGRAM ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CREATE A CLEAN UP POLICY WITH KIT. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
Not serious Core
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED MISSING FLOOR TILES AT FRONT DOOR OF WALK-IN COOLER.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE FLOOR TILES. CORE VIOLATION
Not serious Core
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN CERTIFICATION ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO GET ALLERGEN CERTIFICATION. CORE VIOLATION.

Oct 4, 2017 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Result: Pass.

Sep 26, 2017 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

FOUND EVIDENCE OF MICE DROPPINGS ALONG THE WALL BASE ALL CORNER IN THE DANCING AREA 6 TOTAL, COAT ROOM 8 TOTAL, BASEMENT BEHIND THE WATER HEATER 10 TOTAL, BEHIND THE ROUND SMALL TABLE 8 TOTAL, BESIDE THE SHELVE IN THE COFFEE STATION 8 TOTAL, BESIDE THE DISH MACHINE IN THE MAIN BAR 10 TOTAL, APPROXIMATELY 50 TOTAL IN ALL. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE THE MICE DROPPINGS, SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS AND INFORM THE PEST CONTROL TECHNICIAN. HAVE ADDITIONAL INSPECTION BY THE PEST CONTROL TECHNICIAN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
Not serious Minor
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

LABEL AND DATE ALL FOOD CONTAINERS WITH READY TO EAT POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

DAMAGED,STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE COFFEE STATION/OFFICE AND INSIDE THE COAT ROOM. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. CEILING VENT COVER INSIDE THE MEN'S WASHROOM WITH DUST ACCUMULATED. MUST CLEAN,REMOVE DUST AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

PROVIDE MISSING THERMOMETER INSIDE THE SMALL REACH IN COOLER BEHIND THE SMALL BAR AND MAINTAIN.

Jun 2, 2016 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

NO SPLASH GUARD AT FRONT BAR AREA, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE,

May 31, 2016 Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Serious Critical
PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090

CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE ON PREVIOUS ORDER ISSUED, DATED 05/24/2016, REPORT #1931532, VIOLATION LISTED BELOW: 38 INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL EXPOSED HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE BEHIND EACH (2) BAR, EQUIPPED WITH HAND SOAP AND PAPER TOWEL. BAR TAGGED INSTRUCTED TO RESTRICT USE, CRITICAL CITATION: 7-42-090
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE ON PREVIOUS ORDER ISSUED, DATED 05/24/2016, REPORT #1931532, VIOLATION LISTED BELOW: 38 INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL EXPOSED HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE BEHIND EACH (2) BAR, EQUIPPED WITH HAND SOAP AND PAPER TOWEL. SEE VIOLATION #14,
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

Walk in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

INSTRUCTED REORGANIZE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" AWAY FROM WALL, TO PREVENT A RODENT HARBORAGE,

May 24, 2016 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE ON PREVIOUS ORDER ISSUED, DATED 05/20/2015, REPORT #1546248, VIOLATION LISTED BELOW: 38 INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL EXPOSED HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE BEHIND EACH (2) BAR, EQUIPPED WITH HAND SOAP AND PAPER TOWEL. 41 INSTRUCTED REORGANIZE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING. 45 FOUND NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. INFORMATION PROVIDED. SERIOUS CITATION: 7-42-090
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

Walk in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

INSTRUCTED REORGANIZE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" AWAY FROM WALL, TO PREVENT A RODENT HARBORAGE,

May 20, 2015 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF SODA GUN HOLDER WITH PINKISH MOLD LIKE BUILD UP BEHIND BARS.--------MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN STORAGE SHELVES INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP/COOKING AREA ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS INCLUDING FLOORS BEHIND 2 BAR AND IN BASEMENT.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL EXPOSED HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE BEHIND EACH (2) BAR, EQUIPPED WITH HAND SOAP AND PAPER TOWEL.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

INSTRUCTED REORGANIZE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.
Not serious Minor
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

FOUND NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. INFORMATION PROVIDED.

Oct 31, 2014 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

Walk in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced. Reach in cooler shelving that had peeling paint, shall be repaired/replaced.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), kitchen storage shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).Floor in walk in cooler under shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

Damaged/stained ceiling tiles in rear kitchen areas, shall be repaired/replaced.

May 14, 2014 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Minor
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

Bulk dry food containers in kitchen not labeled.Instructed to label all foods not in original containers.
Not serious Minor
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

Large pots and pans not properly stored.Instructed to properly store,invert to prevent contamination before use.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

Cutting boards with deep, dark grooves must be sanded/bleached or replaced and provide and maintain ice bin covers for ice bins at bars.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

Can opener attached to food prep table,hood/filters above cooking equipments and sides of hot cooking equipments,fan covers inside the walk-in-cooler,bar guns and housing attached are not cleaned.Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

Ceiling vent in kitchen and inside the toilet rooms are dusty.Instructed to remove and maintain.
Not serious Minor
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

Must Repair non-working lights in the kitchen areas and maintain.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

Additional cleaning and reorganizing of basement storage area and remove unnecessary articles due to potential pest harborage. Items kept must be properly stored to 6" off floor/wall for easier cleaning.
Not serious Minor
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

Ice dispensing utensil for ice machine must be properly stored and inverted to prevent contamination before use.

May 16, 2013 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Minor
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

Found food items not properly dated/labeled in walk in cooler, reach in cooler, and reach in freezer, must date and label food items in walk in cooler, reach in cooler, reach in freezer.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

Walk in cooler shelving that had peeling paint/rust in walk in cooler, shall be repaired/replaced.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning, kitchen shelving, prep table lower shelving need cleaning(crevices).
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners). Floors in bar areas, and in bsmt storage areas need cleaning(corners).
Not serious Minor
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

Light shields in kitchen prep areas not clean, need detailed cleaning.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

Exhaust vents(ventilation) in walk in cooler, kitchen areas need cleaning.

Jul 24, 2012 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

ADDITIONAL CLEANING AND REORGANIZING OF BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.

Jul 13, 2012 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

FOUND OVER 20 MICE DROPPINGS BEHIND BAR (RESTAURANT ROOM) AND SOME IN PREP AREA BEHIND REACH-IN COOLER UNDER STORAGE RACKS ALONG THE WALLS, ALSO FOUND 5 LIVE HOUSE FLIES IN FOOD PREP AREA AND OVER 10 LIVE SMALL FLIES BEHIND MAIN BAR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMEND TO CALL LICENSED PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED ISSUED FROM INSPECTION REPORT #557341 ON 05-18-2011. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090 #33 - Bulk storage container not labeled. Instructed to label all foods not in original containers. #33 - Exhaust hood, filters, interior panel of ice machine not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize. #34 - Floor under equipment in prep area and in basement not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily. #35 - Wall behind three compartment sink not maintained. Instructed to seal opening in wall. Tile coving missing in corner behind freezer. Instructed to replace missing tile. #36 - Light bulbs in prep area not shielded. Instructed to install shields with end caps. #38 - Faucet not maintained at three compartment sink. Instructed to repair faucet or replace washer. #41 - Unnecessary articles stored in basement. Instructed to remove all unused articles and elevate supplies 6 inches off floor or higher and away from wall. #43 - Ice scoop not properly stored. Instructed to store in sanitize holder or container.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TIGHT FITTING LID/COVER FOR ALL ICE BIN BEHIND 3 BARS.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACE'S OF COOKING EQUIPMENT (STOVE/OVEN/STEAM TABLE ETC), INTERIOR SURFACES 3 COMPARTMENT BAR SINK BEHIND 2 BARS, SODA GUN HOLDER BEHIND 3 BARS, STORAGE RACKS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER, STORAGE RACKS IN FOOD PREP AREA WITH GREASE AND DUST BUILD-UP, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOLER AND WALK-IN COOLER WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATION, PREP SHELVES IN PREP AREA.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILES INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER (BY DOOR).
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CEILING VENT COVER ABOVE REAR FOOD PREP AREA AND INSIDE MEN'S TOILET ROOM WITH HEAVY DUST BUILD-UP.------- INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE PEELING PAINT ON CEILING ABOVE DISH MACHINE IN REAR PREP AREA.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

MUST REMOVE SODA GUN DRAIN LINE DRAINING INTO ONE COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT BAR SINK BEHIND MAIN BAR.
Not serious Minor
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE COOLERS.

May 18, 2011 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Minor
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

Bulk storage container not labeled. Instructed to label all foods not in original containers.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

Exhaust hood, filters, interior panel of ice machine not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

Floor under equipment in prep area and in basement not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

Wall behind three compartment sink not maintained. Instructed to seal opening in wall. Tile coving missing in corner behind freezer. Instructed to replace missing tile.
Not serious Minor
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

Light bulbs in prep area not shielded. Instructed to install shields with end caps.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

Faucet not maintained at three compartment sink. Instructed to repair faucet or replace washer.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

Unnecessary articles stored in basement. Instructed to remove all unused articles and elevate supplies 6 inches off floor or higher and away from wall.
Not serious Minor
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

Ice scoop not properly stored. Instructed to store in sanitize holder or container.

Mar 16, 2010 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

CAN OPENER UNCLEAN,MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN;WORN OUT WOODEN SHELF IN PREP AREA MUST BE REPLACED CAN OPENER HAS BEEN CLEANED; WORN OUT WOODEN SHELF IN PREP AREA MUST BE REPLACED-NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION

Mar 9, 2010 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT # 165169,DATED 04-09-09,VIOLATIONS AS FOLLOWS #33 RACKS/SHELVES INSIDE WALK IN COOLER RUSTY, MUST BE REPLACED;#35 CEILING TILES IN WALK IN COOLER DIRTY,MUST BE CLEAN AND MAINTAIN;#36 BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD IN WALK IN COOLER MUST BE REPLACED; CITATION ISSUED,GIVEN 5 DAYS 03-16-10 TO CORRECT THE VIOLATIONS
Not serious Minor
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. FOODS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER MUST BE PROPERLY LABELLED AND DATED
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. FAUCETS IN 1 HAND SINK IN PREP AREA GREASY,UNCLEAN,MUST BE CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CAN OPENER UNCLEAN,MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN;WORN OUT WOODEN SHELF IN PREP AREA MUST BE REPLACED
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. DOOR IN BASEMENT MUST BE SEALED,ADDITIONAL RUBBER OR METAL STRIP MUST BE INSTALLED

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