Nhu Lan Bakery

Year	Inspections	Violations	Serious
2025	1	9	0
2024	1	5	0
2023	3	12	4
2022	3	11	0
2021	2	13	0
2020	2	25	0
2019	2	15	1
2018	1	6	0
2017	2	10	2
2016	5	38	5
2015	1	6	2
2014	3	9	0
2013	2	9	2
2012	3	17	2
2011	1	12	3

Aug 13, 2025 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

SOME UPPER AREAS INSIDE THE ICE MACHINE IN NEED OF CLEANING.
Severity not stated
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR EFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINTS.
Severity not stated
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

ICE SCOOP NOTED WITH HANDLE INSIDE THE ICE OF THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN A CLEAN CONTAINER OR WITH THE HANDLE INVERTED.
Severity not stated
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED

ALL STORED ITEMS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY MUST BE ELEVATED FROM THE FLOORS.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

MUST NOT USE PLASTIC CRATES OR CARDBOARD BOXES AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION FOR ITEMS. RAW WOODEN PALLET USED AS ELEVATION UNDER THE REAR ICE MACHINE MUST BE PAINTED/SEALED TO BE NON-ABSORBENT.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

MUST REMOVE PEELING METAL TAPE FROM THE DOOR OF THE ENTRANCE TO THE REAR BAKERY AREA AND THE PEELING PLASTIC ON THE NEW FAR REAR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

NOT USE CARDBOARD OR PAPER AS LINER FOR SHELVING INSIDE THE COOLERS AND ON PREP AREA SHELVING THROUGHOUT. MUST BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE SURFACE.----NEW UTILITY MOP SINK IN THE FAR REAR PREP NOTED EXTREMELY DIRTY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

DAMAGED BASEBOARD COVING IN THE BAKERY AREA BEHIND THE MEAT MIXER. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

ALL STORED ITEMS IN THE REAR OUTDOOR PATIO MUST BE REMOVED TO PREVENT PEST HARBORING.

Sep 18, 2024 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS IN REAR WITHOUT A LABEL.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE COMMON NAME ON ALL BULK CONTAINERS TO PROPERLY IDENTIFY ITEM (SALT, SUGAR, FLOUR ETC).
Severity not stated
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED GAP OPENING APPROX:1/4" AT BOTTOM OF REAR EXIT DOOR.INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY AND MAINTAIN.
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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

INSTRUCTED TO TRANSFER FOOD PRODUCTS FROM AN OPEN ORIGINAL CAN CONTAINER INTO FOOD GRADE CONTAINER FOR PROPER FOOD STORAGE AND MAINTAIN.
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TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE PROVIDED IN THE UNISEX WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILE AT FRONT PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN.

Aug 30, 2023 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Result: Pass.

Aug 28, 2023 Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

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

4-501.11 OBSERVED WALK IN FREEZER WITH BROKEN DOOR. THE DOOR MUST BE FORCED CLOSED WITH CARDBOARD; OBSERVED RUSTED RACKS IN WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE OR REPAIR RACKS AND TO REPAIR WALK IN FREEZER DOOR.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

4-602.13 OBSERVED FANS AND RACKS IN WALK IN COOLER WITH AN ACCUMULATION OF DUST AND MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE BUILDUP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN.
Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED LEAK FROM NECK OF FAUCET AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK; OBSERVED LEAK AT THE BOTTOM OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. PAN PLACED UNDERNEATH SINK TO CATCH WATER.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR LEAKS.
Serious Priority
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED

5-402.13 OBSERVED INADEQUATE WASTE WATER DISPOSAL AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. WHEN ONE COMPARTMENT DRAINS ANOTHER ONE FLOODS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. VIOLATION PREVIOUSLY NOTED ON REPORT #2580562 DATED AUGUST 23 2023 PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C). CITATION ISSUED
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.114 OBSERVED CLUTTER OUTSIDE OF REAR EXIT DOOR. UNUSED COOKING EQUIPMENT SUCH AS TRAYS AND CARTS STORED OUTSIDE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT FROM THE PREMISES.

Aug 23, 2023 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Serious Priority
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL

OBSERVED FRONT DISPLAY COOLER WITH AN AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE FLUCTUATING BETWEEN 45-52 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS HAVE AN AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF 41 F AND BELOW. COOLER TAGGED PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED WALK IN FREEZER WITH BROKEN DOOR. THE DOOR MUST BE FORCED CLOSED WITH CARDBOARD; OBSERVED RUSTED RACKS IN WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE OR REPAIR RACKS AND TO REPAIR WALK IN FREEZER DOOR.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED FANS AND RACKS IN WALK IN COOLER WITH AN ACCUMULATION OF DUST AND MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE BUILDUP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN.
Serious Priority
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK IN KITCHEN AREA WITH PLUMBING IN POOR REPAIR. WHEN WATER IN HAND SINK IS RAN IT LEAKS TO FLOOR THROUGH DISCONNECTED PIPE WHICH IS ATTACHED TO THE PRIMARY PIPING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED LEAK AT THE BOTTOM OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. PAN PLACED UNDERNEATH SINK TO CATCH WATER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR LEAK.
Serious Priority
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED

OBSERVED INADEQUATE WASTE WATER DISPOSAL AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. WHEN ONE COMPARTMENT DRAINS ANOTHER ONE FLOODS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C). CITATION ISSUED
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED CLUTTER OUTSIDE OF REAR EXIT DOOR. UNUSED COOKING EQUIPMENT SUCH AS TRAYS AND CARTS STORED OUTSIDE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT FROM THE PREMISES.

May 20, 2022 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Priority Foundation
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

5-204.11 INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL HANDSINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER EQUIPPED WITH HAND SOAP AND HAND DRYING DEVICE ADJACENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FRONT SMOOTHIE/SHAKE PREP AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C)
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

6-202.11 INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING LIGHTSHIELD ABOVE REAR PREP/COOKING AREA (BY THE WALK-IN FREEZER).

May 20, 2022 Short Form Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Priority Foundation
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

5-204.11 INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL HANDSINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER EQUIPPED WITH HAND SOAP AND HAND DRYING DEVICE ADJACENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FRONT SMOOTHIE/SHAKE PREP AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C)

May 13, 2022 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Priority Foundation
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL HANDSINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER EQUIPPED WITH HAND SOAP AND HAND DRYING DEVICE ADJACENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FRONT SMOOTHIE/SHAKE PREP AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C)
Not serious Priority Foundation
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

FOUND NO COLD RUNNING WATER AT 2 HANDSINK INFRONT PREP AND IN REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA. (HOT RUNNING WATER TEMPERATURE AT 121.0F). INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. MUST RESTORE PROPER COLD RUNNING WATER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C) CITATION ISSUED
Severity not stated
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

FOUND NO LABEL FOR PRE PACKAGED VEGGIE ROLL, STICKY RICE DISPLAYED FOR SALE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER, ALL PREPACKAGED FOODS ON PREMISES FOR SALE MUST HAVE PROPER IDENTIFICATION. (NAME OF PRODUCT, INGREDIENTS, NET QUANTITY OF CONTENTS, NAME AND PLACE OF BUSINESS OF MANUFACTURER, PACKER OR DISTRIBUTOR).
Not serious Priority Foundation
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED OVER 25 RODENT (RAT) DROPPINGS ALONG THE WALLS IN REAR STORAGE AREA BEHIND FREEZERS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMEND TO CONTACT LICENSED PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020 (A) CITATION ISSUED
Severity not stated
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SLOW DRAINING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA.
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS AND CEILING WITH DRIED FOOD SPILLAGE IN REAR PREP/KITCHEN.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING LIGHTSHIELD ABOVE REAR PREP/COOKING AREA (BY THE WALK-IN FREEZER).
Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

FOUND NO APPROVED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE . INSTRUCTED ANY PERSON WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.

Jun 11, 2021 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

4-602.13 DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYER AND STORAGE CABINET FOR POTS AND PANS.
Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.12 CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE FLOOR BENEATH THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

6-202.11 REPLACE THE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD FROM THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

6-501.14 OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

2-102.13 OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITH AN EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW VALID PROOF OF TRAINING.

Jun 2, 2021 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYER AND STORAGE CABINET FOR POTS AND PANS.
Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

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

CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE FLOOR BENEATH THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

REPLACE THE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD FROM THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITH AN EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW VALID PROOF OF TRAINING.
Not serious Priority Foundation
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2386237 ON 8/19/20 NOT CORRECTED: 44 - OBSERVED THAT SIGNIFICANT AMOUNT OF FOOD PREPARATION DISHES TO BE STORED IN OUTSIDE REAR YARD WITH OUT ANY PROTECTION.MUST PROVIDE PROPER ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION FOR ALL DISHES USED FOR FOOD PROTECTION. IF THOSE ITEMS NOT USED IN FACILITY SHOULD BE REMOVED TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090.

Aug 19, 2020 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

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

OBSERVED CLEAN-UP OF VOMITING AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE ON SITE BUT CLEAN-UP KIT ON PREMISES DURING INSPECTION OBSERVED TO BE BLOOD BORNE PATHOGEN CLEAN UP KIT WITH OUT PROPER SANITIZING SOLUTION AND NO MOP FOR VOMIT CLEAN UP . INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SAID PROCEDURE ALONG WITH REQUIRED EQUIPMENT FOR CLEAN-UP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005
Severity not stated
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

MUST PUT PROPERLY WORKING THERMOMETERS INSIDE HOT HOLDING UNIT CONSPICUOUSLY POSTED TO MONITOR THE AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ACCURATE AMBIEN MEASURING THERMOMETERS
Severity not stated
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

OBSERVED INCOMPLETE FOOD LABEL ON PREPACKED FOOD ITEMS STORED FOR SALE IN DISPLAY COOLER. MISSING INFORMATION ABOUT THE PRODUCTION BUSINESS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE THE COMMON NAME OF THE FOOD, A LIST OF INGREDIENTS; THE NAME AND PLACE OF BUSINESS OF THE MANUFACTURER, PACKER, OR DISTRIBUTOR; AND THE NAME OF THE FOOD SOURCE FOR EACH MAJOR FOOD ALLERGEN CONTAINED IN THE FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
Severity not stated
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER/FREEZERS. MUST PROVIDE PROPER, RAISED SHELVING TO STORE FOOD CONTAINERS 6" OFF FLOOR.
Severity not stated
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

OBSERVED THAT EMPLOYEE WORE BRACELETS ON HANDS WHILE WORKING WITH EXPOSED FOOD.MUST REMOVE ALL JEWELRY EXCEPT PLAIN WEDDING BAND FROM HANDS WHILE WORKING WITH EXPOSED FOOD
Severity not stated
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED

OBSERVED THAT SIGNIFICANT AMOUNT OF FOOD PREPARATION DISHES TO BE STORED IN OUTSIDE REAR YARD WITH OUT ANY PROTECTION.MUST PROVIDE PROPER ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION FOR ALL DISHES USED FOR FOOD PROTECTION. IF THOSE ITEMS NOT USED IN FACILITY SHOULD BE REMOVED TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE COOLERS AND REFRIGERATION UNITS FOOD STORED INSIDE GROCERY BAGS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED TORN RUBBER GASKET ON DOOR TO 3 DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER IN REAR STORAGE AREA . INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND/OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CLEAN FLOORS IN WALK IN FREEZER COVERED WITH ICE AND FOOD DEBRIS
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CLEAN LIGHT SHIELD WITH DEAD INSECTS INSIDE
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED UNPROTECTED LIGHTS OVER FRONT PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN

Aug 10, 2020 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

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

OBSERVED CLEAN-UP OF VOMITING AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE ON SITE BUT CLEAN-UP KIT ON PREMISES DURING INSPECTION OBSERVED TO BE BLOOD BORNE PATHOGEN CLEAN UP KIT WITH OUT PROPER SANITIZING SOLUTION AND NO MOP FOR VOMIT CLEAN UP . INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SAID PROCEDURE ALONG WITH REQUIRED EQUIPMENT FOR CLEAN-UP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005
Not serious Priority Foundation
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

OBSERVED READY TO EAT, TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (SOUPS,COOKED PORK MEAT, COOKED TOFU)NOT PROPERLY DATED , STORED LONGER THAN 24 HOURS IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER DATE MARKING WITH DISPOSITION DATE FOR RTE FOODS PREPARED ON SITE AND HELD OVER 24 HOURS IN COLD HOLDING UNIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

MUST PUT PROPERLY WORKING THERMOMETERS INSIDE HOT HOLDING UNIT CONSPICUOUSLY POSTED TO MONITOR THE AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ACCURATE AMBIEN MEASURING THERMOMETERS
Severity not stated
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

OBSERVED INCOMPLETE FOOD LABEL ON PREPACKED FOOD ITEMS STORED FOR SALE IN DISPLAY COOLER. MISSING INFORMATION ABOUT THE PRODUCTION BUSINESS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE THE COMMON NAME OF THE FOOD, A LIST OF INGREDIENTS; THE NAME AND PLACE OF BUSINESS OF THE MANUFACTURER, PACKER, OR DISTRIBUTOR; AND THE NAME OF THE FOOD SOURCE FOR EACH MAJOR FOOD ALLERGEN CONTAINED IN THE FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
Not serious Priority Foundation
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 25-30 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS AT SITE DURING INSPECTION IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS : IN DISH WASHING AREA 5, IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA 15,IN REAR STORAGE AREA 7. RECOMMEND CONTACTING PEST CONTROL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(A).CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER/FREEZERS. MUST PROVIDE PROPER, RAISED SHELVING TO STORE FOOD CONTAINERS 6" OFF FLOOR.
Severity not stated
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

OBSERVED THAT EMPLOYEE WORE BRACELETS ON HANDS WHILE WORKING WITH EXPOSED FOOD.MUST REMOVE ALL JEWELRY EXCEPT PLAIN WEDDING BAND FROM HANDS WHILE WORKING WITH EXPOSED FOOD
Severity not stated
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED

OBSERVED THAT SIGNIFICANT AMOUNT OF FOOD PREPARATION DISHES TO BE STORED IN OUTSIDE REAR YARD WITH OUT ANY PROTECTION.MUST PROVIDE PROPER ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION FOR ALL DISHES USED FOR FOOD PROTECTION. IF THOSE ITEMS NOT USED IN FACILITY SHOULD BE REMOVED TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE COOLERS AND REFRIGERATION UNITS FOOD STORED INSIDE GROCERY BAGS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED TORN RUBBER GASKET ON DOOR TO 3 DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER IN REAR STORAGE AREA . INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND/OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN
Severity not stated
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

OBSERVED SMALL LEAK FROM FIRST COMPARTMENT OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK .MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CLEAN FLOORS IN WALK IN FREEZER COVERED WITH ICE AND FOOD DEBRIS
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CLEAN LIGHT SHIELD WITH DEAD INSECTS INSIDE
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED UNPROTECTED LIGHTS OVER FRONT PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN

Jul 19, 2019 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Priority Foundation
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

FOUND READY-TO-EAT, (TCS FOODS) HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS (BEEF,RICE,HAM ETC) NOT DATE MARKED TO INDICATE THE DATE IN WHICH THE FOOD MUST BE CONSUMED OR DISCARDED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DATE MARK ALL READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

FOUND NO THERMOMETER INSIDE THE TABLE TOP HOT HOLDING UNIT AT FRONT PREP AREA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

FOUND RUSTY SHELF INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.

Jul 10, 2019 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Serious Priority Corrected on site
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

FOUND (TCS FOODS) STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN-COOLER. OBSERVED PORK ROLL AT 56.5 F,HAM 47.8 F,EGGS AT 49.1 F,TOFU 55.1 F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 35# OF FOOD WORTH $200.00 AS STATED BY OWNER.PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED. COS.
Not serious Priority Foundation
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

FOUND READY-TO-EAT, (TCS FOODS) HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS (BEEF,RICE,HAM ETC) NOT DATE MARKED TO INDICATE THE DATE IN WHICH THE FOOD MUST BE CONSUMED OR DISCARDED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DATE MARK ALL READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

FOUND NO THERMOMETER INSIDE THE TABLE TOP HOT HOLDING UNIT AT FRONT PREP AREA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Priority Foundation
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

FOUND LIVE SMALL HOUSE FLIES AND LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA AND REAR PREP DISH WASHING AREA APPROXIMATELY 13 LIVE SMALL HOUSE FLIES AND FRUIT FLIES WERE OBSERVED ON THE WALLS, CEILING AND EQUIPMENTS IN MENTIONED AREAS.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS AND PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NOW RECCOMENDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A),CITATION ISSUED. -
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

FOUND RUSTY SHELF INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS AND SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENTS AND KITCHEN STORAGE SHELFS TO REMOVE DRIED UP FOOD DEBRIS AND TO MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

FOUND HAND SINK INSIDE THE WASH ROOM IN POOR REPAIR,LOOSE.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.
Not serious Priority Foundation
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

FOUND OUTSIDE GREASE CONTAINER NOT MAINTAINED HAS EXCESSIVE GREASE ON TOP AND AROUND OF LID AND EXCESSIVE GREASE SPILLS ON GROUND FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND THE GREASE CONTAINER.ALSO,OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER DAMAGED AT CORNERS WITH LARGE HOLES.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN MENTIONED AREAS AND MAINTAIN DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST FEED/HARBORAGE AREA AND REPLACE LIDS FOR GARBAGE DUMPSTER.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B),CITATION ISSUED. -
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED CLUTTER OUTSIDE THE REAR EXIT DOOR. UNUSED COOKING EQUIPMENT(TRAYS, POTS,PANS,CART).INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND PROVIDE PROPER RAISED SHELVING IN WALK-IN-FREEZER TO ELEVATE STOCK ITEMS AT LEAST 6" INCHES OFF THE FLOOR/WALL FOR EASIER CLEAINING.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FOUND MISSING FLOOR GROUT UNDER AND AROUND REAR COOKING EQUIPMENTS.INSTRUCTED TO RE-GROUT FLOOR TILES WHERE NOTED TO OWNER AND MAINTAIN TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.

Jan 16, 2018 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

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

LABEL ALL FOOD CONTAINERS WITH READY TO EAT POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS INSIDE THE PREP COOLER AND WALK IN COOLER AND MAINTAIN. ALSO ALL DRY FOOD CONTAINERS NEEDS LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

FOUND GROCERY BAG BEING USED TO STORE FROZEN FOODS. MUST REPLACE WITH FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAG AND MAINTAIN. CAULK WORN OUT WITH BLACK MOLDY LIKE SUBSTANCE ALONG THE SPLASH GUARD OF THE 3 COMPT SINK AND EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE PREP/DISH WASHING AREA. MUST RE CAULK AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

CLEAN THE FLOOR INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND WALK IN FREEZER WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

CEILING VENT COVER INSIDE THE WASHROOM WITH HEAVY DUST BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN,REMOVE DUST AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

MUST INSTALL A BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE ON THE MOP SINK FAUCET AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

CLUTTER OUTSIDE THE EXIT DOOR. UNUSED COOKING EQUIPMENT(TRAYS. POTS,PANS,CART) INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE. ALL FOOD STOCKS STORED ON THE FLOOR OF WALK IN COOLER AND WALK IN FREEZER MUST BE ELEVATED 6" OFF THE FLOOR.

Jul 6, 2017 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

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

DEFROST THE CHEST FREEZER WITH FROZEN FRUITS,WITH HEAVY ICE ACCUMULATED AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

WATER STAINED CEILING PANELS ABOVE THE DINING AREA AND FRONT SERVING COUNTER. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

Jun 28, 2017 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Serious Critical
SEWAGE AND WASTE WATER DISPOSAL, NO BACK SIPHONAGE, CROSS CONNECTION AND/OR BACK FLOW

3 COMPARTMENT SINK IST AND 3RD COMPARTMENT SINK WITH WASTE WATER BACKING UP WHEN I PULLED OUT THE DRAIN STOPPER FROM THE MIDDLE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO HAVE A WELL DRAINING SINK. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030. OWNER CALLED PLUMBER TO FIX THE PROBLEM DURING INSPECTION. ANGELO BARRETO FROM EXPERT CONSTRUCTION PLUMBING COMPANY ,TEL NO 312-533 6925. ARRIVED ON SITE DURING INSPECTION TO FIX THE PROBLEM. 3 COMPARTMENT SINK DRAIN ARE ALL DRAINING WELL NOW.
Serious Critical
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA

FOUND NO PAPER TOWEL ON THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE REAR PREP/DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030. OWNER ASKED ONE OF THE EMPLOYEE TO PROVIDE PAPER TOWEL ON THE EXPOSED HAND SINK DURING INSPECTION.
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1966744 DATED 10/18/16.#32- OBSERVED RUSTY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE. #33-OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTER ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #34-OBSERVED BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA NEXT TO PREP TABLES. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. MUST RE GROUT FLOOR IN REAR PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN. AND UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY COOKING EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #41- OBSERVED EQUIPMENT AND CLUTTER IN REAR BACK YARD OF PREMISES. MUST REMOVE AND MAINTAIN AREA. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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 3 DOOR REACH IN COOLER AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

DEFROST THE CHEST FREEZER WITH FROZEN FRUITS,WITH HEAVY ICE ACCUMULATED AND MAINTAIN. REPLACE GROCERY BAGS BEING USED TO STORE FROZEN FOODS,WITH FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS. RE CAULK ALONG THE SPLASH GUARD OF THE 3 COMPT SINK. CAULK WORN OUT WITH BLACK MOLDY LIKE SUBSTANCE.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

WATER STAINED CEILING PANELS ABOVE THE DINING AREA AND FRONT SERVING COUNTER. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

LEAK ON THE PIPE UNDER THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE REAR PREP/DISH AREA. MUST REPAIR TO STOP THE LEAK.
Not serious Minor
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

MISSING VISIBLE THERMOMETER INSIDE THE FRUITS PREP COOLER. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Oct 18, 2016 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

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

OBSERVED RUSTY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTER ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

OBSERVED BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA NEXT TO PREP TABLES AND IN FRONT OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. MUST REGROUT FLOOR IN REAR PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR DRAINS AND UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY COOKING EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE STEM THERMOMETER TO MONITOR FOOD TEMPERATURES.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED EQUIPMENT AND CLUTTER IN REAR BACK YARD OF PREMISES. MUST REMOVE AND MAINTAIN AREA. OBSERVED FROZEN FOOD ITEMS INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER NOT ELEVATED 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR. MUST ELEVATE AND MAINTAIN.

Oct 14, 2016 Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

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

PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM REPORT #1965947 DATED ON 10/05/16 NOT CORRECTED-#16 FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION DURING STORAGE. INSIDE OF ICE MACHINE OBSERVED SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON THE INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACES OF THE ICE MACHINE. MUST TURN OFF ICE MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR CLEANED AND SANITIZED. CRITICAL VIOLATION. 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

SEE VIOLATION #14
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED RUSTY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTER ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

OBSERVED BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA NEXT TO PREP TABLES AND IN FRONT OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. MUST REGROUT FLOOR IN REAR PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR DRAINS AND UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY COOKING EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE STEM THERMOMETER TO MONITOR FOOD TEMPERATURES.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED EQUIPMENT AND CLUTTER IN REAR BACK YARD OF PREMISES. MUST REMOVE AND MAINTAIN AREA. OBSERVED FROZEN FOOD ITEMS INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER NOT ELEVATED 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR. MUST ELEVATE AND MAINTAIN.

Oct 5, 2016 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

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

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS BEING STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE FRONT MIDDLE REACH-IN DISPLAY COOLER. OBSERVED COOKED RICE WITH CHICKEN AT 86.7F,COOKED RICE WITH PORK AT 116.F, PORK PATE SANDWICHES AT 97.9F, MUSHROOM PORK CAKE 102.1 F,VEGGIE CLASSIC ROLLS 84.5F, SPRING ROLLS WITH SHRIMP 80.5F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED FOOD ITEMS APPROXIMATELY 28LBS VALUE OF $118 .INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT 40.OF OR BELOW OR 140.0F OR ABOVE. ALL COOKED FOOD MUST BE COOLED DOWN FROM 140.0F TO 70.0F IN TWO HOURS AND FROM 70.0F TO 40.0F IN FOUR HOURS. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION DURING STORAGE. INSIDE OF ICE MACHINE OBSERVED SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON THE INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACES OF THE ICE MACHINE. ICE IS BEING USED FROM HUMAN CONSUMPTION. MUST TURN OFF ICE MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR SURFACES CLEANED AND SANITIZED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED

DISHWASHING FACILITIES NOT MAINTAINED.OBSERVED 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA NOT MAINTAINED WHEN A FULL COMPARTMENT IS RELEASED WATER THEN BACKS UP INTO THE OTHER TWO LEFT COMPARTMENTS WITH FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAINED SO WHEN WATER IS RELEASED IT DOES NOT BACK UP INTO OTHER COMPARTMENTS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED RUSTY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

OBSERVED GRASE BUILDUP ON VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTER ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

OBSERVED BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA NEXT TO PREP TABLES AND IN FRONT OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. MUST REGROUT FLOOR IN REAR PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR DRAINS AND UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY COOKING EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE STEM THERMOMETER TO MONITOR FOOD TEMPERATURES.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED EQUIPMENT AND CLUTTER IN REAR BACK YARD OF PREMISES. MUST REMOVE AND MAINTAIN AREA. OBSERVED FROZEN FOOD ITEMS INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER NOT ELEVATED 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR. MUST ELEVATE AND MAINTAIN.

Jul 5, 2016 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

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

Observed torn gaskets on the 2 door front prep sandwich cooler. Instructed facility to replace and maintain. Observed cardboard being used as shelving liners. Instructed facility to remove and maintain surfaces smooth and easily cleanable.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

Observed heavy grease accumulation on the large oven near the proofer- on outside, on exhaust vent, and inside the service panel. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

Observed worn caulking with black, mold-like buildup at the rear exposed handsink and three compartment sink where they meet the wall. Instructed facility to remove caulk, clean area, re-caulk, and maintain.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

Observed the walk in cooler condenser unit drain pipe damaged causing a leak. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.
Not serious Minor
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

Not all foodhandlers have foodhandler certificates. Instructed facility that all foodhandlers must have foodhandler certificates. Comply and maintain.

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

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

Observed potentially hazardous foods at improper temperatures: In the front middle display cooler- 15lbs of pork at 68.5f, 5lbs of rice at 70.6f, 5lbs of chicken at 69.3f, 2lbs of tofu at 82.5f, and 3lbs of shrimp at 71.0f; In the truck parked in the rear lot- 40lbs of pork pate sandwiches at 78.4f; in the walk in cooler-40lbs of cooked chicken at 82.5f and 10lbs of pork pate at 65.0f. Operator discarded all 120lbs of food, valued at $600 (as stated by operator). Instructed facility that all potentially hazardous foods must be maintained at 40f or below or 140f or above. Additionally all cooked food must be cooled down from 140f to 70f in two hours and from 70f to 40f in four hours. Critical citation issued 7-38-005(a).
Serious Critical
HANDS WASHED AND CLEANED, GOOD HYGIENIC PRACTICES; NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS.

Poor hygienic practices observed: observed employees going outside to take out garbage then entering the kitchen and touching dough without washing hands. Also observed employees going out side with gloves on and touching items outside with said gloves, then return inside to handle food with same gloves. Instructed facility that they must wash hands at every possible point of contamination and change gloves at every possible point of contamination. Critical citation issued 7-38-010(a).
Serious Critical
SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME

Observed employees rinsing dishes in the empty first compartment, setting them in the empty second compartment, and then washing them with soap in the last compartment. Instructed facility that all dish washing must be done in the proper procedure- first compartment is soap and water for washing, second compartment is water for rinsing, and last compartment is sanitizer and water for sanitizing. All compartments must be filled to submerge utensils fully. Facility complied. Critical citation issued 7-38-030.
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

Food not protected: Observed raw pork and beef stored above vegetables, rice, and other foods in the walk in cooler and in the rear three door cooler. Instructed facility to rotate foods so raw foods are stored below ready to eat foods and those with lower final cooking temperatures. Additionally observed bbq sauce and salt and pepper stored in Tupperware containers with loose, unsecured lids outside the restaurant. Both containers had dirt, debris, and water on top and around the lids. Facility disposed of said items. Instructed facility that all food is to be stored securely and protected at all times. Serious citation issued 7-38-005(a).
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED

Three compartment sink not maintained: when a full compartment is released water then backs up into the other two compartments with food debris. Instructed facility to repair so when water is released it does not back up into other compartments. Serious citation issued 7-38-030.
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

Previous minor violations not corrected from report # 1532928 dated 4-15-15: Violation 32- "FOODS NOT PROPERLY STORED INSIDE COOLERS AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE FOODS IN FOOD GRADE FREEZER AND STORAGE BAGS." Violation 41- "UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN REAR OUTSIDE OF PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL UTENSILS AND EQUIPMENT INSIDE OF PREMISES." Instructed facility to comply with all and maintain. Serious citation issued 7-42-090.
Not serious Minor
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

Observed food items not labeled- prepared foods in coolers not labeled as well as display cooler items for customers to grab and go not labeled. Instructed facility to label prepared foods with what item is and when it was prepared (if cooling label time it finished cooking). Instructed facility to label grab and go display items with name of item, location it was produced, contact info, date, and major ingredients. Instructed to comply and maintain.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

Observed torn gaskets on the 2 door front prep sandwich cooler. Instructed facility to replace and maintain. Observed cardboard being used as shelving liners. Instructed facility to remove and maintain surfaces smooth and easily cleanable.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

Observed heavy grease accumulation on the large oven near the proofer- on outside, on exhaust vent, and inside the service panel. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

Observed water stained ceiling tiles above the front prep and dining area. Instructed facility to replace and maintain. Observed the rear prep area ceiling in poor repair- missing ceiling tiles, heavy grease and dirt buildup, and damaged tiles. Instructed facility to clean/repair all and maintain. Observed worn caulking with black, mold-like buildup at the rear exposed handsink and three compartment sink where they meet the wall. Instructed facility to remove caulk, clean area, re-caulk, and maintain.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

Observed the walk in cooler condenser unit drain pipe damaged causing a leak. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.
Not serious Minor
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN

Not all foodhandlers wearing proper hair restraints at time of inspection. Instructed facility to comply and maintain.
Not serious Minor
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

Not all foodhandlers have foodhandler certificates. Instructed facility that all foodhandlers must have foodhandler certificates. Comply and maintain.

Apr 15, 2015 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

Serious Critical
WATER SOURCE: SAFE, HOT & COLD UNDER CITY PRESSURE

HOT WATER RUNNING LUKE WARM (85'F) AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, MANAGER ADJUSTED WATER TANK, AFTER ABOUT 45 MINUTES HOT WATER BECAME HOTTER (102'F), INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN RUNNING HOT WATER CONSISTENTLY THROUGHOUT THE DAY, CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-030
Serious Critical
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA

OBSERVED EXPOSED HAND SINK IN REAR PREP AREA NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR HAND WASHING, POTS AND PANS INSIDE SINK, AND NO SOAP OR PAPER TOWELS AVAILABLE, MUST PROVIDE TO PROPERLY WASH HANDS, CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-030
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

FOODS NOT PROPERLY STORED INSIDE COOLERS AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE FOODS IN FOOD GRADE FREEZER AND STORAGE BAGS.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

INTERIOR OF COOLERS AND SHELVES, INTERIOR ICE MACHINE PANEL, STORAGE SHELVES UNDER PREP TABLE NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE SURFACES.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

FLOOR ALONG WALL BASE AND UNDER EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DAILY.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN REAR OUTSIDE OF PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL UTENSILS AND EQUIPMENT INSIDE OF PREMISES.

Nov 7, 2014 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

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

FOODS NOT PROPERLY STORED INSIDE COOLERS AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO DTORE FOODS IN FOOD GRADE FREEZER AND STORAGE BAGS.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

GASKET NOT MAINTAINED ON PREP COOLER DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WORN GASKET.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

INTERIOR OF COOLERS AND SHELVES, INTERIOR ICE MACHINE PANEL, STORAGE SHELVES UNDER PREP TABLE NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE SURFACES.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

FLOOR ALONG WALLBASE AND UNDER EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DAILY.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN REAR OUTSIDE OF PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL UTENSILS AND EQUIPMENT INSIDE OF PREMISES.

Mar 7, 2014 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Result: Pass.

Feb 25, 2014 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED

Dish washing facilities not maintained or operated. While draining water in left of three compartment sink, water cloud with food debris coming up middle. Also, faucet does properly reach left and right sides of three compartment. Instructed to detail clean grease trap and drainlines to prevent inadequate disposal of drain water and replace or extend faucet to reach all three compartments. Serious citation issued 7-38-030.
Not serious Minor
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

Foods inside coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

Light covers in prep area not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
Not serious Minor
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

Thermometer not provided inside prep cooler. Instructed to provide thermometer visible inside all cooler.

Jun 4, 2013 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Result: Pass.

May 20, 2013 Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

Serious Critical
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE

FACILITY NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE; OBSERVED TWO DOORS PREP REACH IN COOLER AT 72F. INADEQUATE FOOD PROTECTION. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR COOLER AND KEEP AT 40F OR BELOW. HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON COOLER. INSTRUCTED WHEN COOLER IS REPAIRED TO FAX/EMAIL LETTER REQUESTING TAG REMOVAL. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-005(A).
Serious Critical
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE ABOVE COOLER; ABOUT 40LBS. OF PREP/SLICED VEGETABLES RANGING FROM 66.3-75.9F, 3DOZ. EGGS RANGING FROM 68.3-74.1F, ABOUT 5LBS OF SAUCE 68.1F, 12 COOKED EGG ROLLS AT 79.1F, 3LBS. COOKED NOODLES, 69.3F, 1LBS TOFU, 70.4F, AND ABOUT 4LBS. RICE AT 69.7F. INSTRUCTED COLD FOODS MUST BE AT 40F OR BELOW. ALL FOOD ITEMS DISCARDED BY MANAGER. V=$300., INADEQUATE FOOD PROTECTION DURING STORAGE. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-005(A).
Not serious Minor
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

PREP FOODS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER AND AT DISPLAY COOLERS NOT LABELED, INSTRUCTED TO DATE/LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILD-UP ON EQUIPMENT; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE; COOLERS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, MICROWAVE OVENS, BOTTOM PANELS OF PREP TABLES, STORAGE SHELVES AND CABINETS.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

DEBRIS/FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS, INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS AT PREP AREAS, STORAGE AREAS, UNDER, BEHIND EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS. MUST KEEP FLOORS DRY.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

DUST AND WATER STAINS ON LIGHT SHIELDS; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

CLUTTER AT REAR STORAGE AREA; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS.
Not serious Minor
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN

NO HAIR RESTRAINTS; INSTRUCTED FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
Not serious Minor
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

CLEANING TOWELS IMPROPERLY STORED, INSTRUCTED TO STORED IN AN APPROVED SANITIZER.

Nov 21, 2012 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Result: Pass.

Nov 20, 2012 Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

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

OUTSIDE GARBAGE CONTAINER (DUMPSTER) IN POOR REPAIR, HOLE IN SIDE OF CONTAINER. ACCUMULATED WOOD, DEBRIS AND EQUIPMENT IN REAR YARD OF BUILDING, POSSIBLE RODENT HARBORAGE. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE GARBAGE CONTAINER. REMOVE ALL DEBRIS AND EQUIPMENT FROM OUTSIDE REAR OF PREMISES AND MAINTAIN AREA. SERIOUS VIOLATION, 7-38-020.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

MUST INSTALL WASHABLE SPLASHGUARD BETWEEN EXPOSED HANDSINK AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK DRAINBOARD.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

COOLER GASKETS NOT CLEANED. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN COOLER GASKET THRU-OUT PREMISES.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

NO VISIBLE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES ON INSIDE OR OUTSIDE HOSE BIBBS (HOSE ATTACHED UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND OUTSIDE). MUST INSTALL SAME.

Nov 14, 2012 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

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

VARIOUS PACKAGED, COOKED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (PORK, RICE, EGG, SHRIMP, MUSHROOMS) ON DISPLAY COUNTER WITHOUT ANY TEMPERATURE HOLDING METHOD BEING APPLIED. FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 72.7F TO 126.4F. MUST KEEP POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT 40F OR LESS OR 140F OR ABOVE. FOODS DENATURED AND DISCARDED DURING INSPECTION. APPROXIAMATE WEIGHT: 28#, VALUE: $229.00. CRITICAL VIOLATION, 7-38-005a.
Serious Critical
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT INFESTATION, NO BIRDS, TURTLES OR OTHER ANIMALS

EVIDENCE OF COCKROACH INFESTATION. SIGHTED LIVE COCKROACHES IN FOLLOWING AREAS: INSIDE ICE MACHINE, ON WALL ABOVE ICE MACHINE, ON LARGE MIXER, ON BAG OF FLOUR, INSIDE ELECTRICAL BOXES, ON WALLS AROUND REAR COOKING EQUIPMENT AND LARGE MIXER, IN CREVICES OF WOOD SHELVING, IN REACH-IN COOLER GASKETS, ON PAPER LINERS IN FRONT OF MICROWAVES. OVER 50 LIVE ROACHES, NYMPH AND ADULT. CRITICAL VIOLATION, 7-38-020. OVER 1/4 INCH GAP TO OUTSIDE AT BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR. MUST SEAL OPENING. MUST ELIMINATE COCKROACH ACTIVITY. HAVE PREMISES SERVICED BY LICENSED PEST CONTROL COMPANY. CAULK AND SEAL (SMOOTHLY) ALL GAPS/CREVICES THROUGH-OUT PREMISES. COMPLY WITH FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING SANITATION AND MAINTENANCE OF PREMISES.
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

FOOD NOT PROTECTED DURING DISPLAY AND STORAGE. FOUND RACK OF BREAD ON DISPLAY IN CUSTOMER AREA WITHOUT ANY PROTECTIVE BARRIER IN PLACE, LID MISSING FROM CUSTOMER SELF-SERVICE BREAD BIN. OPENED BOTTLE OF SODA STORED ON ICE INSIDE ICE MACHINE. CONTAINER OF WINDEX GLASS CLEANER HANGING ABOVE OPEN PITCHER OF MUSHROOMS SOAKING IN WATER. SERIOUS VIOLATION, 7-38-005a. MUST PROVIDE PROTECTIVE BARRIERS OR SNEEZEGUARDS FOR FOODS ON DISPLAY FOR CUSTOMER SELF-SERVICE. ICE FROM BIN WAS DISCARDED AND WINDEX REMOVED TO NON-FOOD STORAGE SPACE.
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED

OUTSIDE GARBAGE CONTAINER (DUMPSTER) IN POOR REPAIR, HOLE IN SIDE OF CONTAINER. ACCUMULATED WOOD, DEBRIS AND EQUIPMENT IN REAR YARD OF BUILDING, POSSIBLE RODENT HARBORAGE. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE GARBAGE CONTAINER. REMOVE ALL DEBRIS AND EQUIPMENT FROM OUTSIDE REAR OF PREMISES AND MAINTAIN AREA. SERIOUS VIOLATION, 7-38-020.
Not serious Minor
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

PACKAGED FOOD AND DRINK IN DISPLAY COOLERS WITHOUT LABELS. MUST LABEL WITH CONTENTS NAME, INGREDIENTS AND SOURCE. LABEL CONTAINERS WITH CONTENTS NAME IN WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER.
Not serious Minor
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

KNIVES IMPROPERLY STORED BETWEEN ELECTRICAL CONDUIT AND COOLER. MUST PROVIDE SANITARY KNIFE RACK FOR STORAGE OF UTENSILS.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

ALL UNFINISHED WOOD SURFACES MUST BE FINISHED TO BE EASILY CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBANT. MUST INSTALL WASHABLE SPLASHGUARD BETWEEN EXPOSED HANDSINK AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK DRAINBOARD. PROVIDE COVER FOR ICE BIN AT SMOOTHIE PREP AREA. PEELING FINISH (PAINT) ON SURFACES OF MIXER. MUST REFINISH SAME.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN: INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE, COOLER GASKETS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, SHELVING/RACKS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

BROKEN AND MISSING FLOOR TILES THROUGH-OUT PREMISES. MUST REPAIR FLOOR TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MUST CLEAN FLOOR THROUGH-OUT, REMOVE GREASE, LITTER AND DEBRIS.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

MUST SEAL ALL GAPS AND CREVICES ON WALLS AND AROUND ATTACHED EQUIPMENT, PIPES, CONDUITS ETC THROUGH-OUT. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES. CLEAN ALL DIRT/DUST FROM ALL WALL AND CEILING VENT COVERS
Not serious Minor
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

BROKEN LIGHTSHIELDS IN PREP AREAS. MUST REPLACE. PROVIDE SOLID LIGHTSHIELD ABOVE REAR MIXING BOWL.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

NO VISIBLE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES ON INSIDE OR OUTSIDE HOSE BIBBS (HOSE ATTACHED UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK) OR WATER SUPPLY LINE TO ICE MACHINE. MUST INSTALL SAME.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

MOP SINK INACCESSIBLE, SUPPLIES PILED-UP INSIDE SINK. WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER ARE OVERSTOCKED, CANNOT ENTER UNITS. MUST KEEP MOP SINK AND WALK-IN UNITS MAINTAINED AND ACCESSIBLE.

Mar 4, 2011 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

Serious Critical
HANDS WASHED AND CLEANED, GOOD HYGIENIC PRACTICES; NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS.

All employees who handle food shall wash their hands as often as necessary to maintain a high degree of personal cleanliness and should conform to hygienic practices prescribed by the Board of Health. OBSERVED ONE FOOD HANDLER CLEANING HER NOSE AND RETURNING TO SERVER CUSTOMER WITHOUT WASHING HER HAND. ANOTHER SERVER SCRATCHED HER FACE AND NOSE WITH GLOVES ON AND RETURED TO WORK WITHOUT WASHING HER HANDS. POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES. INSTRUCTED HANDS MUST BE WASHED ATFER ANY CONTAMINATING CONDITION AT EXPOSED SINK WITH WARM WATER AND SOAP. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-010[A].
Serious Critical
SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME

Equipment and utensils should get proper exposure to the sanitizing solution during the rinse cycle. Bactericidal treatment shall consist of exposure of all dish and utensil surfaces to a rinse of clean water at a temperature of not less than 180F. OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WASHING AND RINSING MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SETTING THEM TO DRY WITHOUT USING A SANITIZING METHOD. INSTRUCTED/DEMOSTRATED PROPER SET UP OF 3PART SINK USING 100PPM CHLORINE FOR PROPER SANITATION. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-030.
Serious Critical
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED

Adequate and convenient toilet facilities shall be provided. They should be properly designed, maintained, and accessible to employees at all times. OBSERVED KICHEN EXPOSED SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. OBSERVED MULTI-USE UTENSILS, SOILED TOWELS INSIDE SINK. EXPOSED MUST BE ACCESSIBLE FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-030.
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. MUST LABEL PREP FOODS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER.
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. MUST REPLACE BROKEN GASKETS ON PREP REACH IN COOLER DOORS AT FRONT PREP AREA.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE; COOLERS, FREEZER, BOTTOM PANELS OF PREP TABLES, COOKING EQUIPMENT, BAKERY LARGER EQUIPMENT AND MOP SINK.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILES THRU-OUT KITCHEN AND CLEAN FLOORS THRU-OUT PREMISES.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST CLEAN WALLS THRU-OUT KITCHEN BEHIND LARGE BAKERY EQUIPMENT, CLEAN HOOD AND FILTERS AND REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING PANELS THRU-OUT.
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. MUST REPAIR LEAKING PIPES UNDER KITCHEN EXPOSED SINK AND SEAL RUSTY GREASE TRAP UNDER SAME SINK.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

EXCESSIVE CLUTTER THRU-OUT PREMISES, MUST REMOVE ARTICLES, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
Not serious Minor
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN

All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair.
Not serious Minor
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

CLEANING TOWEL MUST BE PROPERLY STORED.

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