Stony Island Drive Thru

Year	Inspections	Violations	Serious
2026	2	14	4
2025	5	34	2
2024	3	14	0
2022	5	39	5
2021	3	21	0
2020	2	6	0
2017	3	17	1
2016	1	3	0
2013	1	6	0
2012	2	5	1
2011	1	0	0

Mar 3, 2026 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED

4-502.13 OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING REUSED IN THE PREP COOLERS AS A LINER. INSTRUCTED TO NOT REUSE CARDBOARD. ALL SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

4-601.11(C) OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE FRYERS WITH ACCUMULATED GREASE DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.

Feb 18, 2026 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Priority Foundation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

2-501.11 OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURE NOR ADEQUATE SUPPLIES ON SITE TO RESPOND TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA INCIDENTS THAT CAN POTENTIALLY OCCUR INSIDE OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP KIT AND WRITTEN PROCEDURE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.
Serious Priority
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

5-202.12 OBSERVED THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA HAND WASHING SINK NOT MAINTAINING THE REQUIRED MINIMUM HOT WATER TEMPERATURE, AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION HOT WATER ONLY REACH 72.3F. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN 100F AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C).
Serious Priority
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

3-501.16 OBSERVED TCS FOODS AT INADEQUATE TEMPERATURES IN 2 - 3 DOOR PREP COOLERS. OBSERVED ABOUT 30 LBS OF COOKED CHICKEN AT 71F, ABOUT 3 LBS OF RAW BEEF AT 49F, AND ABOUT 1/2 LBS OF RAW EGGS AT 47F. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD AND DENATURE SAID TCS FOODS AND ALWAYS MAINTAIN ALL COLD HOLDING TCS FOODS AT 41F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. EMPLOYEE DISCARDED SAID FOODS DURING THE INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.
Serious Priority
TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, & USED

7-201.11 OBSERVED A CAN OF TOXIC HEAVY DUTY GREASE CLEANER BEING STORED ON THE CUTTING BOARD THAT IS ATTACHED TO THE PREP COOLER IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO NEVER STORE TOXIC SUBSTANCES ON FOOD CONTACT SURFACES AND ALWAYS STORE TOXIC ITEMS IN A SEPARATE AREA AWAY FROM THE FOOD PREP AREA. EMPLOYEE REMOVED THE CAN DURING THE INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.
Serious Priority
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL

4-301.11 OBSERVED TWO - 3 DOOR PREP COOLERS, WITH TCS FOODS INSIDE, AT INADEQUATE COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES; THE FIRST PREP COOLER IS AT 48F AND THE SECOND ONE IS AT 54F. SAID PREP COOLERS TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MAY NOT BE USED. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS AT 41F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.
Not serious Priority Foundation
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

6-501.111 OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE. OBSERVED ABOUT 30 RODENT DROPPINGS SCATTERED UNDER THE DRY STORAGE SHELVES LOCATED IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA, ABOUT 10 RODENT DROPPINGS LOCATED IN THE CORNER UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND ABOUT 30 RODENT DROPPINGS ALSO IN THE REAR UNDER STEEL SHELVING. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE RODENT ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A).
Severity not stated
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

2-402.11 OBSERVED FEMALE FOOD HANDLERS NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS AT THE BEGINNING OF THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS AT ALL TIMES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. FOOD HANDLERS PUT ON HAIR RESTRAINTS DURING THE INSPECTION.
Severity not stated
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED

4-502.13 OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING REUSED IN THE PREP COOLERS AS A LINER. INSTRUCTED TO NOT REUSE CARDBOARD. ALL SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

4-601.11(C) OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE FRYERS WITH ACCUMULATED GREASE DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

5-205.15 OBSERVED THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA HANDWASHING SINK IS SLOW DRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SO THAT SAID HANDWASHING SINK DRAINS PROPERLY.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.12 OBSERVED FLOORS AND FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT WITH ACCUMULATED FOOD GREASE AND DIRT DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL.
Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

2-102.13 OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTOR'S REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGERS ON SITE.

Aug 11, 2025 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Result: Pass.

Aug 6, 2025 Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Serious Priority
NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH RTE FOOD OR A PRE-APPROVED ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURE PROPERLY ALLOWED

OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER WITH A STACK OF READY TO EAT WHITE CHEESE WITH BARE HANDS, PEELING SLICES FROM THE STACK AND ADDING IT TO TORTILLA ON THE GRILL. INSTRUCTED COOK TO DISCARD CHEESE AND TORTILLA AND TO WASH HANDS AND USE GLOVES. OBSERVED ADDITIONAL FOOD HANDLER TOUCHING HAIR AND NOSE WITH GLOVES. INSTRUCTED TO CHANGE GLOVES AND WASH HANDS. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-010
Severity not stated
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

ALL FOOD HANDLERS IN FRONT AND OR REAR AREA MUST HAVE HAIR RESTRAINTS AT ALL TIMES. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL FEMALE FOOD HANDLERS PUT ON HAIR RESTRAINTS TO ELIMINATE ALL LONG FLOWING HAIR. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES
Severity not stated
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR CLOTHING THAT WILL COVER ALL EXPOSED ARM PITS. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN
Severity not stated
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

ALL WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

CUTTING BOARDS ALL IN NEED OF REPLACING. WORN WITH DEEP CUTS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

LARGE CAN OPENER IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS AND RUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

INTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLERS, ALL STORAGE SHELVES, ALL INGREIDENT CONTAINERS ALL IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Priority Foundation
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION FROM JULY 25, 2025 REPORT #2621291 OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 50-60 MOUSE DROPPINGS ALONG WALLS BASES IN FRONT PREP AREA AND IN REAR PREP AREA UNDER AND AROUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, SANITIZE AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. **UPON TODAYS VISIT FOUND APPROXIMATELY 40-50 RODENT DROPPINGS IN STORAGE AREA WHERE FLOUR IS STORED. FOUND 15-20 MOUSE DROPPINGS BY 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. FOUND LIVE RODENT IN THE CORNER NEAR COOK/PREP AREA AT COOK'S HANDWASHING SINK. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 7-10 HOUSE FLIES IN STORAGE AREA AND ABOVE FRYERS. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-090

Jul 25, 2025 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

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

NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICIES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE AT ALL TIME. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010 CITATION ISSUED
Not serious Priority Foundation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

OBSERVED INCOMPLETE VOMIT/DIARRHEA CLEAN UP KIT. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL COMPONETS OF KIT ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
Serious Priority
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 440 LBS OF FISH AND CHICKEN 46.5 - 53.8 DEGREES IN WALK IN COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE. ALL FOOD PRODUCT HAS BEEN DISCARDED AND DENATURED AT THIS TIME. WALK IN COOLER DOOR WAS OPEN AT TIME OF INSPECTION INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO KEEP WALK IN COOLER DOOR CLOSED AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED 440 POUNDS $1000.00 TOTAL VALUE DISCARDED
Severity not stated
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

OBSERVED NO STEM THERMOMETER ON SITE TO ADEQUATELY MEASURE HOT AND COLD TEMPERATURES. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN THERMOMETER AND MAINTAIN ON SITE FOR USE AT ALL TIMES PRIORIT FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
Not serious Priority Foundation
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 50-60 MOUSE DROPPINGS ALONG WALLS BASES IN FRONT PREP AREA AND IN REAR PREP AREA UNDER AND AROUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, SANITIZE AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED
Severity not stated
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

ALL FOOD HANDLERS IN FRONT AND OR REAR AREA MUST HAVE HAIR RESTRAINTS AT ALL TIMES. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL FEMALE FOOD HANDLERS PUT ON HAIR RESTRAINTS TO ELIMINATE ALL LONG FLOWING HAIR. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES
Severity not stated
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR CLOTHING THAT WILL COVER ALL EXPOSED ARM PITS. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN
Severity not stated
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

ALL WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

CUTTING BOARDS ALL IN NEED OF REPLACING. WORN WITH DEEP CUTS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

LARGE CAN OPENER IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS AND RUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

INTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLERS, ALL STORAGE SHELVES, ALL INGREIDENT CONTAINERS ALL IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

CEILING THROUGHOUT IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FLOORS THROUGHOUT IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

ALL AIR CONDITIONING VENTS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

Mar 6, 2025 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Result: Pass.

Feb 27, 2025 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HOT WATER(47.1F) AT HAND WASHING SINK IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AT LEAST 100F WATER AT HAND WASHING SINK FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. PRIORITY 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN AT REAR HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
Severity not stated
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
Severity not stated
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS. ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR EFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINTS.
Severity not stated
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED

OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES NOT INVERTED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOLERS, FREEZERS, ROLLING CARTS, SHELVING UNITS, COOKITNG EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, HOLDING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

OBSERVED TOILET AND HAND WASHING SINK IN NEED OF CLEANING IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP INSIDE FLOOR DRAINS AND FLOOR BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Priority Foundation
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2606114 ON 11-7-24:51- OBSERVED LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDER HAND WASHING SINKS IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED

Nov 7, 2024 Short Form Complaint · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
Severity not stated
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED

OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLE STORED ON FLOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOLERS, FREEZERS, ROLLING CARTS, SHELVING UNITS, COOKITNG EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, HOLDING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDER HAND WASHING SINKS IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

OBSERVED NO WASTE RECEPTACLE AT HAND WASHING SINKS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE WASTE RECEPTACLE IN ALL AREAS WASTE IS COMMONLY DISCARDED.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP INSIDE FLOOR DRAINS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Mar 13, 2024 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYERS, PREP COOLERS, FREEZERS, PREP TABLES, SHELVING UNITS, HOLDING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Mar 5, 2024 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Priority Foundation
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED CONTAINTER OF EGGS THAWING UNDER RUNNING WATER IN FRONT HANDWASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL ITEMS FRON HAND WASHING SINK. HAND WASHING SINK SHALL BE ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED
Severity not stated
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED OVER 80 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED INSIDE COMPRESSOR UNIT OF PREP COOLERS AND ON FLOOR UNDER SHELVING UNITS IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDAITON 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED
Severity not stated
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN PREP, STORAGE, WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
Not serious Priority Foundation
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE TEST KIT FOR PROPER CONCENTRATION IN SANITIZING SOLUTIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYERS, PREP COOLERS, FREEZERS, PREP TABLES, SHELVING UNITS, HOLDING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED DAMAGED WALL SURFACES, MISSING CEILING TLES AND BASEBOARDS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

Apr 5, 2022 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Result: Pass.

Mar 24, 2022 Short Form Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Priority Foundation
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED PORTABLE OIL SEPARATOR IN FRONT OF HAND SINK NEXT TO FRYERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE MACHINE AS THE HAND SINK MUST BE ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES.MAMAGER MOVED OIL SEPARATOR DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED
Not serious Priority Foundation
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED FEMALE EMPLOYEE DISPENSING SAUCES IN CUPS AND DISPENSING FROZEN DRINKS IN CUPS IN FRONT PREP AREA.OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK IN FRONT SERVING PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INSTALL HAND WASHING SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER, SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS IN FRONT SERVING AREA. UPDATE: FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION ON 2/23/2022 REPORT #2550124 ALL EQUIPMENT WAS REMOVED TO AVOID INSTALLATION OF A HANDSINK. AS OF TODAY, 2 FROZEN BEVERAGE MACHINES HAVE BEEN INSTALLED AND OPERABLE AND SAUCES ARE BEING DISPENSED INTO SMALL CONTAINERS. THE 4-DOOR COOLER IS BLOCKING ACCESS TO HANDSINK ON COOKING LINE - PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030 (C) CITATION ISSUED
Serious Priority
PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED COOKED CHICKEN SITTING IN PREP AREA AT 65.7F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT HOT FOOD MUST BE HELD AT 135.0F OR ABOVE FOR HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES. MANAGER DISCARDED 22 CHICKEN WINGS DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
Severity not stated
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED RAW BREADED SHRIMP IN PREP AREA AT 64.6F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT COLD FOOD MUST REMAIN AT 41.0F OR BELOW. MANAGER DISCARDED 10 PIECES OF SHRIMP DURING INSPECTION. 7-38-005 CITATION WRITTEN UNDER 3-501.16(A)(1)
Severity not stated
APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED

OBSERVED 2 CONTAINERS OF FROZEN RAW CHICKEN IN REAR UNTHAWING ACCORDING TO EMPLOYEE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER OF THE PROPER WAY TO UNTHAW FROZEN FOOD. FROZEN CHICKEN WAS RELOCATED TO WALK IN COOLER DURING INSPECTION.

Feb 23, 2022 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED HEAVY GREASE BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, INSIDE FRYERS, ON WALLS, SURROUNDING FLOORS AND SHELVING UNITS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.

Feb 18, 2022 Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES

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

NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (CHICKEN, FISH, COLESLAW,ETC) MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)
Not serious Priority Foundation
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK IN FRONT SERVING PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INSTALL HAND WASHING SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER, SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS IN FRONT SERVING AREA. UPDATE: 4-DOOR COOLER MOVED DOWN TO FOR ACCESS TO HANDSINK ON COOKING LINE - MEASUREMENT DURING INSPECTION WAS 30 INCHES; ENTRY CLEARANCE MUST BE AT LEAST 42 INCHES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030 (C).
Not serious Priority Foundation
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

OBSERVED ROAST BEEF IN WALK-IN COOLER WITH DATE MARKING SYSTEM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL FOOD HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS SHALL BE MARKED WITH DAY OR DATE TO DISCARD MAXIMUM 7 DAYS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
Serious Priority
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

6-501.111 OBSERVED OVER 200 DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS, INSIDE FRYER UNITS, UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, REAR STORAGE, NEAR EXIT DOOR, ON SHELVES, ON PORTABLE GREASE SEPARATOR COLLECTION EQUIPMENT AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT. STRONGLY ADVISED MANAGER TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL COMPANY FOR SERVICE, REMOVE DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-020(A)
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

4-501.11 OBSERVED TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE REACH PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

4-601.11(B) OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, INSIDE FRYERS, ON WALLS, SURROUNDING FLOORS AND SHELVING UNITS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
Severity not stated
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED

5-402.13 OBSERVED WASTE WATER BACKING UP FROM THE FLOOR DRAIN IN THE REAR WHEN THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IS DRAINED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SO THAT THE FLOOR DRAIN IS NOT BACKING UP WITH WASTE WATER. PRIORITY 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
Not serious Priority Foundation
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

5-501.15 OBSERVED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER WITH BROKEN LIDS. TRASH AND LOOSE DEBRIS NOW REMOVED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT LIDS (REPLACE) AND MAINTAIN TO ENSURE TIGHT FITTING LIDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(B).
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

4-202.18 OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP ON FILTERS AND ON EXTERIOR OF VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE GREASE BUILD UP AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON CEILING VENTS IN PREP, STORAGE AND LOBBY AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL FANS UNITS.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

6-501.14 OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON CEILING VENTS IN PREP, ABOVE 3-COMP SINK, REAR STORAGE AND LOBBY AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL FANS UNITS.

Feb 16, 2022 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES

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

NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (CHICKEN, FISH, COLESLAW,ETC) MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)
Not serious Priority Foundation
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED PORTABLE GREASE WASTE SEPARATOR BLOCKING HAND WASHING SINK IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL HAND SINKS MY BE ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-030 (C). CITATION ISSUED
Serious Priority
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND SINK IN TOILET ROOM AT 72.2F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT WATER TEMPERATURE MUST BE A MINIMUM OF 100.0F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C) CITATION ISSUED.
Not serious Priority Foundation
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK IN FRONT SERVING PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INSTALL HAND WASHING SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER, SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS IN FRONT SERVING AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030 (C). CITATION WRITTEN UNDER 5-205.11
Serious Priority
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED 3LBS OF COOKED STEAK, 5LBS GROUND TURKEY, 10LBS OF COOKED CHICKEN AND AND 7LBS OF COOKED GROUND BEEF RANGING FROM TEMPERATURES OF 55.2F TO 62.1F. MANAGER DISCARDED AND DENATURED A TOTAL 25LBS AT $100. ALL COLD TCS FOOD MUST MAINTAIN 41F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Not serious Priority Foundation
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

OBSERVED 52 COOKED CHICKEN WINGS AND 25LBS OF COOKED STEAK,CHICKEN, GROUND BEEF AND GROUND TURKEY WITH NO DATE MARKING SYSTEM. ALL FOOD HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS SHALL BE MARKED WITH DAY OR DATE TO DISCARD MAXIMUM 7 DAYS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Not serious Priority Foundation
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

OBSERVED PROBE THERMOMETER WITH CRACKED OUTER CRYSTAL AND READING AMBIENT AIR OF 200.0F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AN OPERABLE/WORKING PROBE THERMOMETER TO ACCURATELY RECORD AND MONITOR FOOD TEMPERATURES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED
Severity not stated
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

OBSERVED PLASTIC CONTAINERS OF SEASONING, SPICES AND IN-USE SAUCES WITH NO LABELS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL ALL CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

OBSERVED PACKAGED FOOD ITEMS (COOKIES, CAKE SLICES, TAFFY GRAPES) IN FRONT DISPLAY COOLERS NOT PROPERLY LABELED. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROPERLY LABEL ALL PACKAGED FOOD ITEMS WITH IDENTITY, NET WEIGHT, INGREDIENTS, BUSINESS NAME AND ADDRESS WHERE MADE AND PACKAGED.
Serious Priority
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED OVER 200 DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS, INSIDE FRYER UNITS, UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, REAR STORAGE, NEAR EXIT DOOR, ON SHELVES, ON PORTABLE GREASE SEPARATOR COLLECTION EQUIPMENT AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT. STRONGLY ADVISED MANAGER TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL COMPANY FOR SERVICE, REMOVE DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED
Severity not stated
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE STORED IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.
Severity not stated
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED TONGS USED TO DIP CHICKEN INTO SAUCE STORED IN STAGNET DIRTY WATER. OBSERVED SCOOPS LAYING IN FLOUR WITH HANDLES IN CONTACT WITH PRODUCT.INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT IN-USE UTENSILS MUST BE STORED PROPERLY TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE REACH PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
Not serious Priority Foundation
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

OBSERVED NO SANITIZING TEST STRIPS ON SITE TO TEST CONCENTRATION OF SANITIZER IN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A TEST STRIPS ON SITE AT ALL TIMES TO MONITOR THE STRENGTH OF THE SANITIZER PROPERLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALLS, SURROUNDING FLOORS AND SHELVING UNITS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
Severity not stated
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED

OBSERVED WASTE WATER BACKING UP FROM THE FLOOR DRAIN IN THE REAR WHEN THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IS DRAINED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SO THAT THE FLOOR DRAIN IS NOT BACKING UP WITH WASTE WATER. PRIORITY 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
Not serious Priority Foundation
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

OBSERVED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER WITH BROKEN LIDS AND TRASH ON GROUND IN SURROUNDING AREA.INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN TO ENSURE TIGHT FITTING LIDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(B). CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED LOOSE DEBRIS, DIRT AND DUST BUILDUP ON THE FLOORS AND CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY OF FLOORS. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP ON FILTERS AND ON EXTERIOR OF VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE GREASE BUILD UP AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON CEILING VENTS IN PREP, STORAGE AND LOBBY AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL FANS UNITS.

Dec 21, 2021 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Result: Pass.

Dec 17, 2021 Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

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

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
Not serious Priority Foundation
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

OBSERVED NO VALID CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-012
Severity not stated
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED OVER 70 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED IN SEVERAL AREAS, ON BASE OF HOT HOLDING UNIT, ON TABLE UNDER SHAKE MACHINE, ON FLOOR UNDER CASH REGISTER, INSIDE FRYER CABINETS, ON ROLLING CARTS, ON PREP TABLES, ON SHELVING UNITS, ON TOP OF PAPER BAGS IN FRONT STORAGE AND POP STORAGE AREA, ON PALLETS AND SHELVING UNITS, INSIDE SLICER AND ON BULK CONTAINERS IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. PRIORITY 7-38-020(A)
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED FOIL LINING THE SHELVES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY IN THE FRONT FOOD SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING PEST AND INSECT HARBORING.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE DEEP FRYER UNITS WITH A HEAVY ACCUMULATION OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING PEST AND INSECT HARBORING.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER WITH A BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS, FOOD SPILLAGE AND DIRT ON THE FLOORS. AS WELL AS THE COLD HOLD UNITS IN THE FRONT OF THE FACLITY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED THE SIDES OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH A BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD SPILLAGE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN THE REAR TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED THE WALLS AND FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT, GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT, UNDER AND AROUND COUNTERS AND SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING PEST AND INSECT HARBORING.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED MISSING OUTLETS AND CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE ON HOOD VENTILATION FILTERS AND UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Dec 16, 2021 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

OBSERVED PIC WITHOUT A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ON SITE ANY TIME THE FACILITY IS OPEN AND OPERATING.
Severity not stated
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST INFESTATION. APPRX 70-80 MICE DROPPINGS IN THE FRONT FOOD SERVICE AREA ON FLOOR AROUND SLUSHY MACHINES AND UNDER TABLE AREA NEAR CASH REGISTER MACHINE. APPRX 20-30 MICE DROPPINGS BEHIND COUNTER WHERE REIGISTER AND DOOR DASH ORDERS ARE SEEN. APPRX 30-40 DROPPINGS UNDER HOT SERVICE LINE SHELVING UNIT. APPRX 150-200 SCATTERED IN REAR FOOD SERVICE AREA, DRY STORAGE, TOILET ROOM AND MOP SINK AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL AND HAVE SERVICE WITH SERVICE LOG BEFORE CONTACTING CDPH FOR RE OPENING.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED FOIL LINING THE SHELVES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY IN THE FRONT FOOD SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING PEST AND INSECT HARBORING.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE DEEP FRYER UNITS WITH A HEAVY ACCUMULATION OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING PEST AND INSECT HARBORING.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER WITH A BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS, FOOD SPILLAGE AND DIRT ON THE FLOORS. AS WELL AS THE COLD HOLD UNITS IN THE FRONT OF THE FACLITY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED THE SIDES OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH A BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD SPILLAGE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN THE REAR TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED THE WALLS AND FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT, GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT, UNDER AND AROUND COUNTERS AND SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING PEST AND INSECT HARBORING.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE ON HOOD VENTILATION FILTERS AND UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
MISCELLANEOUS / PUBLIC HEALTH ORDERS

OBSERVED EMPLOYEES AND CUSTOMERS NOT IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE MASK MANDATE AS IT REALATES TO COVID. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY WITH MANDATE AS IT IS FOR THE SAFETY OF ALL STAFF AND CUSTOMERS.

Jun 10, 2020 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

MUST PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE FOR WASHROOM ALSO USED BY FEMALE EMPLOYEES.

May 27, 2020 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Priority Foundation
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

OBSERVED NO PROOF OF CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON PREMISES WHEN TCS FOOD ITEMS (ITALIAN BEEF 147F) IS PREPARED AND SERVED. MUST BE ON PREMISES WITH PROOF OF VALID CERTIFICATE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012.
Not serious Priority Foundation
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED OVER 30 MICE DROPPINGS WITHIN CABINETS BEHIND FRONT CUSTOMER SERVICE COUNTER AND AT CORNERS ALONG WALL BASE OF SAME AREA. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN/SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A).
Severity not stated
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

PROPERLY STORE UNUSED WIPING CLOTH ON PREP TABLE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

MUST PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE FOR WASHROOM ALSO USED BY FEMALE EMPLOYEES.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED WATER DRIPPING FROM CEILING AT LIGHT PANELS IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA. MUST REPAIR. ALSO DETAIL CLEAN VENTS AT CEILING OF DUST BUILD-UP.

Jul 24, 2017 Short Form Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

Serious Critical
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD , ( COOKED STEAK)INSIDE PREP COOLER MAINTAINED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 117.8F MUST MAINTAIN COLD FOODS AT 40.0F OR BELOW. APPROX 8-LBS OF STEAK AT COST APPROX $ 30.00 WAS REMOVED AND DISCARDED BY MANAGER-CDI. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

TAPE ON DOOR OF HOT HOLDING UNIT USED FOR CARRY-OUT ORDERS. MUST REMOVE AND REPAIR DOOR.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

WALLS AND DOOR NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS IN FRONT PREP. MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

MOP BUCKETS,MOP SINK AND CLEANING EQUIPMENT,( DUST PANS,ETC. MUST CLEAN AND PROPERLY STORE TO PREVENT INSECT DREEDING.

Mar 29, 2017 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

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

MUST LABEL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS IN REAR OF PREMISES,INSTRUCTED TO LABEL CONTAINERS
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF ALL PREP COOLERS IN PREP AREA AND IN REAR OF PREMISES AT THE 2 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER,OF FOOD SPILLS,AND CLEAN BOTTOM COMPARTMENTS OF DEEP FRYERS,HAS HEAVY BUILD-UP OF GREASE,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

MUST CLEAN FLOORS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA,ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS AND IN REAR OF PREMISES,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

MUST CLEAN THE VENTS AT THE VENTILATION HOOD OVER STOVE,HAS DUST BUILD-UP, AND CLEAN THE LIGHT SHILED COVERS IN FOOD PREP AREA INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA
Not serious Minor
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

MUST PROVIDE A MISSING LIGHT SHIELD COVER IN THE DISHWASHING AREA,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE
Not serious Minor
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

MUST STORE THE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION ,WHEN NOT IN USE AT PREP AREA

Mar 21, 2017 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED

OBSERVED THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER IN POOR REPAIR,HAS ONE LID COVER MISSING FROM THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A LID COVER TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY,SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
Not serious Minor
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

MUST LABEL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS IN REAR OF PREMISES,INSTRUCTED TO LABEL CONTAINERS
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF ALL PREP COOLERS IN PREP AREA AND IN REAR OF PREMISES AT THE 2 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER,OF FOOD SPILLS,AND CLEAN BOTTOM COMPARTMENTS OF DEEP FRYERS,HAS HEAVY BUILD-UP OF GREASE,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

MUST CLEAN FLOORS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA,ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS AND IN REAR OF PREMISES,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

MUST CLEAN THE VENTS AT THE VENTILATION HOOD OVER STOVE,HAS DUST BUILD-UP, AND CLEAN THE LIGHT SHILED COVERS IN FOOD PREP AREA INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA
Not serious Minor
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

MUST PROVIDE A MISSING LIGHT SHIELD COVER IN THE DISHWASHING AREA,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE
Not serious Minor
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

MUST STORE THE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION ,WHEN NOT IN USE AT PREP AREA

Jun 23, 2016 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

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

MUST CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF BULK STORAGE CONTAINER TO REMOVE FOOD SPILLS.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

FLOORS NEED CLEANING TO REMOVE GREASE, SPILLS AND DEBRIS, ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS IN THE REAR & FRONT STORAGE AREAS, WALK IN COOLER AND IN THE FRONT BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
Not serious Minor
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS OR PROOF OF ENROLLMENT BY NEXT INSPECTION.

Nov 7, 2013 Canvass · Pass — Risk 2 (Medium)

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

NO STOPPERS FOR 3-COMP SINK.MUST PROVIDE 3 STOPPERS.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

OBSERVED EXTERIOR OF FOOD EQUIPMENT,IE COOLERS,ICE MACHINE,ETC.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

OVERHEAD CEILING VENTS DUSTY,NOT CLEAN.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

NO LIGHT INSIDE WALK IN COOLER.MUST PROVIDE.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED HOT WATER HANDLE ON 3-COMP SINK IN REAR HARD TO OPEN.MUST REPAIR.
Not serious Minor
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

NO LONG METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR FOOD HANDLER.MUST PROVIDE.

Sep 28, 2012 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 2 (Medium)

Result: Pass.

Sep 21, 2012 Canvass · Fail — Risk 2 (Medium)

Serious Critical
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS(COOKED CHICKEN),MAINTAINED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES(71F-92.8F) IN PANS UNDER PREP TABLE.MUST MAINTAIN HOT FOODS AT 140F OR HIGHER.CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED.FOOD WAS REMOVED AND DISCARDED BY OWNER-CDI.APPRO15LBS,COST $50.00
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

OBSERVED ICE NOT PROTECTED INSIDE ICE MACHINE USED FOR DRINKS,LID/COVER IN POOR REPAIR, HANGING OFF,INADEQUATE FOOD PROTECTION.MUST REMOVE ICE FROM MACHINE.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LID COVER.SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED.
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED

NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON PREMISES WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. EXPIRED CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE.SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED DIRTY MOP WATER,BUCKET.MUST REMOVE WATER,CLEAN AND POPERLY STORE CLEANING EQUIPMENT AFTER USE TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING
Not serious Minor
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN

EMPLOYEES,COOK NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS.MUST PROVIDE.ALSO MUST PROVIDE COOK WITH CLEAN APRON OVER STREET CLOTHING.

Aug 5, 2011 License · Pass — Risk 2 (Medium)

Result: Pass.

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