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Year	Inspections	Violations	Serious
2026	2	3	0
2025	2	6	2
2024	2	17	0
2023	3	25	0
2022	1	4	0
2021	1	10	1
2020	1	7	0
2019	2	25	1
2018	1	7	1
2017	1	4	0
2016	3	10	0
2015	4	17	3
2014	1	8	0
2013	4	21	3
2012	5	9	2
2011	2	7	0
2010	2	11	0

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

Result: Pass.

Apr 22, 2026 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

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

OBSERVED SOME REAR PREP AREA COOLERS DOOR RUBBER GASKETS RIPPED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST REPAIR/REPLACE ALL DAMAGED COOLERS DOOR RUBBER GASKETS.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE REAR PREP AREA COOLERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Priority Foundation
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2628968 DATED ON 12/23/25 NOT CORRECTED-#56 OBSERVED FILTERS WITH GREASE AND DEBRIS BUILD UP ABOVE GRIDDLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090.

Dec 23, 2025 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

4-202.18 OBSERVED FILTERS WITH GREASE AND DEBRIS BUILD UP ABOVE GRIDDLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Dec 16, 2025 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Serious Priority
PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED BROWN RICE HELD AT AN INADEQUATE OF 112 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL HOT TCS FOODS ARE HELD AT 135 F AND ABOVE. MANAGER DISCARDED 3 POUNDS OF BROWN RICE ($5) PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION CONSOLIDATED WITH VIOLATION $22
Serious Priority
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED SEVERAL TCS FOODS HELD AT INADEQUATE TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 47-67 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL COLD TCS FOODS ARE HELD AT 41 F AND BELOW. MANAGER DISCARDED 7 POUNDS FRIED SHRIMP, 2 POUNDS OF PORK, 1/4 POUND CUT LEAFY GREEN, AND 2 POUNDS COOKED MUSHROOMS ($200) PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED FILTERS WITH GREASE AND DEBRIS BUILD UP ABOVE GRIDDLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ALSO HAVE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING.
Not serious Priority Foundation
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED WITHIN SPECIFIED TIMEFRAME. REPORT#2600699 DATED AUGUST 26 2024 INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO: #47 REPLACE OR REFINISH DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS WITH STAINS AND DEEP SCRATCHES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ADDRESS PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.

Aug 26, 2024 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

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

OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS IN WLK IN COOLER AND WALK IN AND FREEZER STORED IN GROCERY BAGS; INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS IN FOOD GRADE BAGS OR CONTAINERS
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS THROUGHOUT REAR PREP AREA WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIME
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER IN SUSHI AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELVING THAT IS 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDES FLOOR ACCESSIBILITY TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING.

Aug 19, 2024 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Priority Foundation
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED HAND SINK IN REAR PREP AREA NOT ACCESSIBLE. CART WAS WITH COOKING UTENSILS IN FRONT OF HAND SINK. INSTRUCTED THAT SINK MUST BE ACCESSIBLE AND MAINTAINED AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
Not serious Priority Foundation
TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, & USED

OBSERVED SEVERAL CANS OF RAID ROACH ARISOL SPRAY, AND RODENT BAIT BEHIND BAR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND DISCONTINUE USE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-15 CITATION ISSUED
Severity not stated
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED

OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS IN WLK IN COOLER AND WALK IN AND FREEZER STORED IN GROCERY BAGS; INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS IN FOOD GRADE BAGS OR CONTAINERS.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS THROUGHOUT REAR PREP AREA WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELVING THAT IS 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDES FLOOR ACCESSIBILITY TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER IN SUSHI AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE
Not serious Priority Foundation
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

OBSERVED FACILITY WITHOUT A CHEMICAL TEST KIT FOR QUATS SANITIZER OR FOR WARE WASHING AREA. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE A TEST KIT THAT ACCURATELY MEASURES THE QUAT CONCENTRATION OF QUATS SANITIZING SOLUTION MUST BE PROVIDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Not serious Priority Foundation
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

OBSERVED WATER BACKING UP AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN BAR AREA. WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM 2ND SINK BASIN, WATER BACKS UP INTO 1ST AND 3RD SINK BASINS. INSTRUCTED TO USE 3 COMPARMENT SINK AND DISHWASHER IN REAR PREP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR BEFORE RE-INSPECTION DATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

NOTED TINFOIL BEING USED AS LINER ON EQUIPMENT, INSTRUCTED MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD, TINFOIL, OR PLASTIC WRAP FOR LINER ON ANY SHELVING OR EQUIPMENT. ALL MUST BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED IN REAR PREP HOOD SYSTEM, BURNED LIGHT WITH WIRES EXPOSED AND MELTED, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED PROTECTIVE SHIELDING BROKEN IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: REAR PREP, WALK IN FREEZER AND DRY STORAGE
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED BURNED LIGHT BULB IN FOLLOWING AREAS: MAIN PREP HOOD, WALK IN COOLER, WALK IN FREEZER, AND IN SUSHI AREA.
Not serious Priority Foundation
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

NOTED CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE FROM REPORT #2584394 CONDUCTED ON 10/24/23. PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED: (#47)4-201.11: OBSERVED SHELVING UNITS INSIDE OF WALK IN COOLER WITH PREPARED FOODS (CHICKEN, SAUCES, ETC) HEAVULY ACCUMULATED WITH RUST, FOOD SPLATTER AND MOLD-LIKE SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SHELVING UNITS THAT ARE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANBALE, MUST MAINTAIN. (49)4-601.11 OBSERVED ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT INCLUDING COOLING UNITS, PREP TABLES, FRYERS, PLUMBING FIXTURES, HOT HOLD UNITS AND MICROWAVES THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS WITH HEAVY ACUUMULATED FOOD SOILS, SPLATTER AND GREASE ON SURFACES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. (56) 6-501.14 OBSERVED HEAVY ACCUMULATED DIRT, DUST AND GREASE BUILD ON VENTILATION SYSTEM ABOVE WOK STATION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

Nov 2, 2023 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE OF COOLERS THROUGHOUT FACILITY. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED SHELVING UNITS INSIDE OF WALK IN COOLER WITH PREPARED FOODS (CHICKEN, SAUCES, ETC) HEAVULY ACCUMULATED WITH RUST, FOOD SPLATTER AND MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SHELVING UNITS THAT ARE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEABALE. MUST MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT INCLUDING COOLING UNITS, PREP TABLES, FRYERS, PLUMBING FIXTURES, HOT HOLD UNITS AND MICROWAVES THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS WITH HEAVY ACUUMULATED FOOD SOILS, SPLATTER AND GREASE ON SURFACES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED HEAVY ACCUMULATED DIRT, DUST AND GREASE BUILD ON VENTILATION SYSTEM ABOVE WOK STATION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS ON SITE FOR REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE FOR CFM. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AS REQUIRED

Oct 31, 2023 Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE OF COOLERS THROUGHOUT FACILITY. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

SEE VIOLATION # 59.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED SHELVING UNITS INSIDE OF WALK IN COOLER WITH PREPARED FOODS (CHICKEN, SAUCES, ETC) HEAVULY ACCUMULATED WITH RUST, FOOD SPLATTER AND MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SHELVING UNITS THAT ARE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEABALE. MUST MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT INCLUDING COOLING UNITS, PREP TABLES, FRYERS, PLUMBING FIXTURES, HOT HOLD UNITS AND MICROWAVES THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS WITH HEAVY ACUUMULATED FOOD SOILS, SPLATTER AND GREASE ON SURFACES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED HEAVY ACCUMULATED DIRT, DUST AND GREASE BUILD ON VENTILATION SYSTEM ABOVE WOK STATION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS ON SITE FOR REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE FOR CFM. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AS REQUIRED.
Not serious Priority Foundation
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED

OBSERVED PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2583958 ON 10/24/23. "OBSERVED APPROXIMATLEY 35 SMALL BLACK LIVE FLIES FLYING THROUGHOUT PREP AREA ON CEILING ALL PLUMBNG FIXURES, CARDBOARD BOXES, ON EXTERIOR SURFACES OF WALK IN COOLER, NEAR THE DRAIN IN FRONT BAR ATTACHED TO DINING ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE, MUST ELIMINATE. OBSERVED SMALL FLY ACTIVITY INCREASE IN BAR PREP, SUSHI PREP AND WALLS THROUGHOUT REAR PREP DURING REINSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

Oct 24, 2023 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

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

OBSERVED PERSON IN CHARGE WITHOUT SANITIATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN.
Not serious Priority Foundation
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE DURING TIME OF THE INSPECTION WITH VALID CERTIFICATE FOR REVIEW WHILE PREPARING, RICE, SALMON, SHRIMP TEMPURA, CHICKEN. INSTRUCYTED TO PROVIDE AT LEAST ONE CFM WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED
Not serious Priority Foundation
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED TWO HANDSINKS LOCATED IN REAR PREP AREA AND SUSHI PREP INACCESSIBLE FOR HANDWASHING. NOTED BOWLS, KNIVES, FOOD AND KITCHENWARE STORED INSIDE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND USE HANDSINKS FOR HANDWASHING ONLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030 (C). CITATION ISSUED.
Not serious Priority Foundation
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED INTERNAL LID OF ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN REAR PREP AREA WITH PINK AND BROWN SLIME BUILDUP DRIPPING ONTO ICE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE. MUST MAINTAIN FOOD CONTACT SURFACES.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE OF COOLERS THROUGHOUT FACILITY. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED APPROXIMATLEY 35 SMALL BLACK LIVE FLIES FLYING THROUGHOUT PREP AREA ON CEILING ALL PLUMBNG FIXURES, CARDBOARD BOXES, ON EXTERIOR SURFACES OF WALK IN COOLER, NEAR THE DRAIN IN FRONT BAR ATTACHED TO DINING ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE , MUST ELIMINATE
Severity not stated
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

OBSERVED COOKED RICE STORED IN BOWL ON FLOOR NEXT TO FRYERS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE. STORING FOOD ON FLOOR IS PROHIBITED.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED SHELVING UNITS INSIDE OF WALK IN COOLER WITH PREPARED FOODS (CHICKEN, SAUCES, ETC) HEAVULY ACCUMULATED WITH RUST, FOOD SPLATTER AND MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SHELVING UNITS THAT ARE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEABALE. MUST MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT INCLUDING COOLING UNITS, PREP TABLES, FRYERS, PLUMBING FIXTURES, HOT HOLD UNITS AND MICROWAVES THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS WITH HEAVY ACUUMULATED FOOD SOILS, SPLATTER AND GREASE ON SURFACES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED HEAVY ACCUMULATED DIRT, DUST AND GREASE BUILD ON VENTILATION SYSTEM ABOVE WOK STATION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE FOR CFM. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AS REQUIRED.

Nov 1, 2022 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

flies glue ribbon traps placed above front prep area, instructed to remove.
Severity not stated
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED

using towels to dry plates after coming from dish machine, instructed to use air dry method.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

Using empty plastic jugs as a multi-use utensils, instructed to use proper utensils than can be washed properly.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

food debris and grease build up noted, instructed to clean and maintain.

May 17, 2021 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

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

OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-010.
Not serious Priority Foundation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

OBSERVED NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP KIT/PROCEDURE ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE WRITTEN PROCEDURE FOR THE CLEAN UP OF VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS, AND CORRESPONDING EQUIPMENT OUTLINE IN PROCEDURE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
Serious Priority
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES IN SEVERAL COOLERS. FOUND SQUID @ 47.3f; CHICKEN @ 46.5-49.0F; SCALLOPS @ 44.2F; AND BEEF @ 47.4F. INSTRUCTED ALL TCS FOODS MUST BE HELD AT 41F OR LESS AT ALL TIMES IN REFRIGERATION. OPERATOR VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED DENATURED FOODS DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Not serious Priority Foundation
COMPLIANCE WITH VARIANCE/SPECIALIZED PROCESS/HACCP

FOUND SUSHI RICE ON SITE WITHOUT APPROVED PROCESS. (FACILITY PROVIDED LAB LETTER DATED 5/7/13 FROM EMSL ANALYTICAL, INC. ) MUST OBTAIN CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH APPROVAL OR A PRODUCT ASSESSMENT MUST BE COMPLETED WITHIN THE PAST FIVE YEARS AND PERSON IN CHARGE HAS RECORDS VERIFYING THE PH LAB FROM A CERTIFIED LAB, AND THERE HAS BEEN NO CHANGE IN PROCESS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED HEAVILY SOILED CUTTING BOARD, WIH DEEP GROVES ON TOP OF PREP COOLER IN REAR PREP AREA. MUST RESURFACE, OR REPLACE TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION. MUST MAINTAIN SAME.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED CARDBOARD EGG CONTAINERS AND ALUMINUM FOIL USED AS A LINER ON SHLEVING IN REAR PREP AREA. MUST REMOVE. ALL SURFACES MUST BE NON-POROUS, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE ACCUMULATION IN LOWER COMPARTMENT OF RANGE IN MIDDLE SECTION OF KITCHEN. OBSERVED GREASE AND DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ON SIDES OF RANGE AND FLAT TOP GRILL. MUST DETAIL CLEAN EQUIPMMENT. MUST MAINTAIN SAME. OBSERVED LIQUID POOLING IN BOTTOM OF PREP COOLER IN REAR OF KITCHEN (ACCROSS OF COOKING LINE). MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE THIS COOLER. MUST MAINTAIN SAME.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ON FLOORS UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT IN MIDDLE SECTION OF THE KITCHEN (UNDER FLAT TOP GRILL AND RANGE). MUST DETAIL CLEAN. MUST MAINTAIN SAME.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED LONG CEILING LIGHT NOT WORKING IN REAR WALK IN FREEZER. LIGHT SHIELD IS ALSO CRACKED. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN LIGHTING IN WALK IN FREEZER.
Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGERS.

Mar 23, 2020 Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSTRUCTED HAND WASH SINKS IN MAIN KITCHEN, A LARGE GARBAGE CAN PLACED IN FRONT HAND SINK, INSTRUCTED TO KEEP ALL HAND WASH SINKS ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES.
Severity not stated
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

FLY CONTROL RIBBONS INSTALLED ABOVE FOOD PREP COUNTERS INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
Severity not stated
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

FOOD HANDLERS NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS, INSTRUCTED TO WEAR.
Severity not stated
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

SPOONS AND KNIVES STORED IN STANDING WATER, INSTRUCTED TO KEEP UNDER RUNNING WATER OR CLEAN DRY SURFACE.
Severity not stated
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED

EMPTY FOOD JUGS ARE WASHED AND REUSED AS A MULTI USE UTENSIL, INSTRUCTED TO FOOD GRADE CONTAINER THAT CAN BE WASHED EASILY.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

RUSTY/DIRTY SHELVES IN WALK-IN AND SMALL PREP COOLERS, INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE RUSTY SHELVES AND CLEAN DIRTY ONES AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

INADEQUATE LIGHTING IN WALK-IN COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

Jun 24, 2019 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

Violation Codes: 3-603.11. Inspector Comments: SEE VIOLATION#:59.
Severity not stated
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

Violation Codes: 3-302.12. Inspector Comments: - MUST PROVIDE IDENTIFYING LABELS FOR ALL FOODS STORED OUT OF ORIGINAL CONTAINERS INSIDE THE COOLERS, AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
Severity not stated
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

Violation Codes: 6-501.111. Inspector Comments: SEE VIOLATION#:59.
Severity not stated
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

Violation Codes: 3-307.11. Inspector Comments: - MUST INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE HANDWASH SINK AND THE CUTTING BOARD IN THE SUSHI PREP AREA.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

Violation Codes: 4-501.12. Inspector Comments: - OBSERVED THE CUTTING BOARD IN THE REAR PREP AREA STAINED AND WITH DEEP GROOVES. MUST REPLACE OR RESURFACE.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Violation Codes: 6-501.11. Inspector Comments: OBSERVED BROKEN/MISSING CEILING TILES IN THE REAR PREP AREA AND THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. MUST REPLACE/REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

Violation Codes: 2-102.13. Inspector Comments: SEE VIOLATION#:59.
Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED

Violation Codes: 8-404.13(B:3). Inspector Comments: OBSERVED PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM THE LAST INSPECTION#:2293699 ON 6/17/19. OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED: NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISE. MUST PROVIDE CONSUMER ADVISORY (ON SITE), REMINDER (IN THE MENU), AND DISCLOSURE (BY THE FOOD ITEMS) FOR ALL UNDERCOOKED FOODS. OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. OBSERVED APPROX 60 FRUIT FLIES ON THE WALLS AND CEILING THROUGHOUT FACILITY PREP AND DISHWASHING AREAS. MUST REMOVE ALL FRUIT FLIES, DETAIL CLEAN AREAS, AND MAINTAIN. RECOMMENDED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL PROVIDER FOR FURTHER SERVICE AND INSTRUCTION. VIOLATION CORRECTED ON SITE. FACILITY ELIMINATED THE REMAINDER OF THE FRUIT FLIES ON SITE DURING INSPECTION. FACILITY ADDED THE CONSUMER DISCLOSURE INTO THE MENUS AT TIME OF INSPECTION. FACILITY OBTAINED ALLERGEN TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION#:7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

Violation Codes: 8-404.13(B:4). Inspector Comments: SEE VIOLATION#:59

Jun 17, 2019 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

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

- NO VOMITOUS AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT CLEAN UP WRITTEN POLICY AND PHYSICAL KIT ON SITE (EFFECTIVE AGAINST NOROVIRUS). MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. -
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

- MUST PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDWASH SINKS, AND MAINTAIN. -
Serious Priority
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

- OBSERVED TCS (TIME TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY) FOODS BEING HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. OBSERVED 10# OF SUSHI FISH FILET BEING HELD IN THE FRONT PREP SUSHI DISPLAY COOLER AT 52.5F-55.9F AND 20# OF PORK BELLY AT 81.5F ON A SHELF IN THE PREP AREA. THE SUSHI COOLER WAS TURNED OFF AT TIME OF INSPECTION. AFTER THE SUSHI COOLER WAS TURNED ON THE AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE WAS 39.7F. FACILITY CORRECTED VIOLATION ON SITE BY DISCARDING THE OUT OF TEMPERATURE FOOD ITEMS WITH A REPORTED VALUE OF $200. PRIORITY VIOLATION#:7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. -
Not serious Priority Foundation
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

- MUST PROVIDE CONSUMER ADVISORY (ON SITE), REMINDER (IN THE MENU), AND DISCLOSURE (BY THE FOOD ITEMS) FOR ALL UNDERCOOKED FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. -
Severity not stated
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

- MUST PROVIDE IDENTIFYING LABELS FOR ALL FOODS STORED OUT OF ORIGINAL CONTAINERS INSIDE THE COOLERS, AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. -
Not serious Priority Foundation
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

- OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. OBSERVED APPROX 60 FRUIT FLIES ON THE WALLS AND CEILING THROUGHOUT FACILITY PREP AND DISHWASHING AREAS. MUST REMOVE ALL FRUIT FLIES, DETAIL CLEAN AREAS, AND MAINTAIN. RECOMMENDED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL PROVIDER FOR FURTHER SERVICE AND INSTRUCTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#:7-38-020(a). CITATION ISSUED. -
Severity not stated
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

- MUST INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE HANDWASH SINK AND THE CUTTING BOARD IN THE SUSHI PREP AREA. -
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

- OBSERVED BROKEN DOOR ON REAR THE SUSHI DISPLAY COOLER IN THE SUSHI PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. -
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

- OBSERVED THE CUTTING BOARD IN THE REAR PREP AREA STAINED AND WITH DEEP GROOVES. MUST REPLACE OR RESURFACE. -
Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

- MUST DESIGNATE A PREP SINK FOR THE MIDDLE FOOD PREP AREA. -
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

- OBSERVED BROKEN/MISSING CEILING TILES IN THE REAR PREP AREA AND THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. MUST REPLACE/REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. -
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

- OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING USED AS FLOOR MATS THROUGHOUT THE FOOD PREP AND DISHWASHING AREAS. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE FLOOR MATS THAT ARE NON-ABSORBENT, NON-CORROSIVE, SMOOTH, AND EASILY CLEANABLE. -
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

SEE VIOLATION#:60.
Severity not stated
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

- OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE VALID FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR ALL EMPLOYEES, AND MAINTAIN. -
Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

SEE VIOLATION#:60.
Not serious Priority Foundation
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

- OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM INSPECTION#:2201060 ON 8/16/18 NO CORRECTED: "NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISE. OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP ON WALLS AND CEILING TILES/CEILING VENTILATION COVERS AT PREP AREAS AND AT DISHWASH AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST CLEAN WALLS, CEILING TILES AND CEILING VENTILATION COVERS." MUST CORRECT VIOLATIONS AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#:7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED. -

Aug 16, 2018 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

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

2-102.14(A) NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012(A). NO CITATION ISSUED.
Not serious Priority Foundation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

2-501.11 NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEANING PROCEDURE ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE A VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEANING PROCEDURE WITH BIOHAZARD TEST-KIT ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
Serious Priority
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

4-501.114(A) LOW TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE NOT SANITIZE, 0 PPM CHLORINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER LOW TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE MUST SANITIZE AT 100 PPM CHLORINE. MUST TEMPORARILY WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE MULTI-USE UTENSILS IN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030.
Not serious Priority Foundation
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

3-501.17(D) INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE SELL BY DATE/SHELF LIFE ON FOODS LABELED INSIDE COOLERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
Not serious Priority Foundation
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

3-603.11 NO DISCLOSURE OR REMINDER CONSUMER ADVISORY ON MENU. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE CONSUMER ADVISORY WITH DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER ON PREMISES/MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.12 OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP ON WALLS AND CEILING TILES/CEILING VENTILATION COVERS AT PREP AREAS AND AT DISHWASH AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST CLEAN WALLS, CEILING TILES AND CEILING VENTILATION COVERS.
Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

PA 100-9367(C) NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMIES.

Sep 15, 2017 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Minor
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

CHIPPED DISPOSABLE PLASTIC CONTAINERS USED AS A BULK-FOOD SCOOP, INSTRUCTED TO USE A DURABLE WASHABLE SCOOP. ALSO KEEPING CLEAN CUTTING BOARD ON FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO STORE OFF FLOOR
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

SODA DISPENSERS AND HOLDERS NOT CLEAN AT BAR, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

HEAVY GREASE BUILD-UP NOTED ON VENTILATION HOOD, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

NONE OF THE EMPLOYEES HAVE A FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATE, INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL EMPLOYEES OBTAIN ILL FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATE.

Nov 16, 2016 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Result: Pass.

Nov 8, 2016 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DIRT/SLIME BUILD UP INSIDE ICE MACHINE DRIPPING ONTO ICE (READY TO EAT FOOD). INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE. ALL ICE INSIDE ICE MACHINE VOLUNTARILLY DISCARDED AT THIS TIME. SERIOUS VIOLATION. 7-38-005(A).
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP ON WALLS/ON CEILING TILES AT REAR PREP AND DISHWASH AREA. MUST CLEAN WALLS AND CEILING TILES.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED DISHWASH 3-COMPARTMENT SINK RIGHT SIDE DRAIN PIPE LEAKING AND 2-COMPARTMENT SINK LEFT SIDE COMPARTMENT DRAIN PIPE LEAKING. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINKS.

Apr 12, 2016 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

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

REPLACE THE SEVERELY RUSTED FOOD STORAGE SHELVES IN THE 1ST WALK-IN COOLER IN THE PREP AREA.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

DETAIL CLEAN THE SODA GUN NOZZLES BEHIND THE BAR TO REMOVE DISCOLORATION AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

THE BACK WALL OF THE 2ND WALK-IN COOLER HAS FOOD SPLATTER STAINS COVERING THE WALL. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

DETAIL CLEAN THE CEILING VENT REGISTER ABOVE THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE REAR DISH AREA TO REMOVE HEAVY DUST AND GRIME BUILDUP- MAINTAIN
Not serious Minor
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

REPLACE THE BURNT OUT LIGHT FIXTURE INSIDE THE WALK-IN FREEZER AND MAINTAIN TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING AND FIX THE CHIPPED LIGHT SHIELD IN THE SAME LIGHT FIXTURE MENTIONED ABOVE.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED A DISHARGE LINE FROM THE SODA GUN HOLSTER RUNNING DIRECTLY TO THE EXPOSED HAND SINK BEHIND THE BAR. HAND SINKS ARE TO BE USED FOR HANDWASHING ONLY; MUST RE-ROUTE THE DISHCHARGE LINE TO THE FLOOR DRAIN.
Not serious Minor
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZER SOLUTION IN BETWEEN USE.

Sep 21, 2015 Short Form Complaint · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

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

CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM OF DEEP FRYER OF GREASE BUILD UP.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

CLEAN VENT AT CEILING ABOVE 3-COMP SINK AT REAR OF HEAVY DUST BUILD UP.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

REMOVE CLUTTER, CLEAN ORGANZE AND MAINTAIN CHEMICAL STORAGE ROOM AT REAR.
Not serious Minor
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN

ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR ADEQUATE HAIR RESTRAINTS.

Jun 25, 2015 Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

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

OBSERVED 12-3LB BAGS OF POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD (CRAB MEAT) STORED IN TUB OF WATER AT INTERNAL TEMPERATURE RANGING FROM 68.5F-70.1F IN WALK-IN COOLER #2. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DENATURED AND DISCARDED. APPROX. WT. 36LBS AND VALUE $200.00. DISCUSSED COLD FOOD ITEMS BEING STORED AT 40F OR BELOW. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-OO5(A).
Serious Critical
HANDS WASHED AND CLEANED, GOOD HYGIENIC PRACTICES; NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS.

OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER WASHING HIS HANDS WITH GLOVES ON IN THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE SUSHI PREP AREA WITHOUT TAKING OFF GLOVES OR USING SOAP AFTER HANDLING RAW FOOD ITEMS, AND CONTINUE TO PREPARE/HANDLE RAW FOOD ITEMS.INSTRUCTED ON PROPER HANDWASHING. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-010(A) ISSUED.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM OF DEEP FRYER OF GREASE BUILD UP.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

CLEAN VENT AT CEILING ABOVE 3-COMP SINK AT REAR OF HEAVY DUST BUILD UP.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

REMOVE CLUTTER, CLEAN ORGANZE AND MAINTAIN CHEMICAL STORAGE ROOM AT REAR.

Jan 12, 2015 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Result: Pass.

Jan 7, 2015 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

Serious Critical
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE

NOTED REACH IN COOLER AT 50 DEGREES F. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AT 40 DEGREES F.
Not serious Minor
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

MUST INVERT ALL MULTI USE ITEMS. (STORE UPSIDE DOWN)
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

MUST DETAIL CLEAN COOKING EQUIPMENT, COOLERS,SINKS AND ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES AS NEEDED. MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE THE REAR COOKING EQUIPMENT INCLUDING LIGHT SHIELDS. MUST ALSO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE ICE SHAVING MACHINE IN THE MIDDLE PREP AREA.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN PREP AREAS, UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, UNDER SINKS, IN STORAGE AREAS AND THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

MUST DETAIL CLEAN WALLS IN PREP AREAS AND DISHWASHING AREAS AND REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

MUST REPAIR HAND SINK IN PREP AREA HALLWAY.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

MUST BETTER ORGANIZE ALL STORAGE AREAS. MUST PROVIDE MORE ADEQUATE SHELVING AND STORE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
Not serious Minor
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

MUST PROVIDE A SANITARY CONTAINER TO STORE ICE SCOOPS IN THE BAR AREA.

Jun 10, 2014 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

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

OBSERVED INSIDE OF THE MICROWAVES WITH ACCULUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INSIDE OF MICROWAVES.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

OBSERVED THE FLOOR DRAINS IN THE KITCHEN AND PREP AREAS WITH ORGANIC DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRAINS.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

OBSERVED FLOOR WITH ACCUMULATED GREASE AND/OR DEBRIS UNDER WOK STATION, AROUND THE ICE MACHINE AND UNDER COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

OSERVED CEILING TILES AND CEILING VENTS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN WITH ACCUMULATED DUST. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CEILING TILES AND CEILING VENTS.
Not serious Minor
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

OBSERVED BLOWN LIGHT BULBS IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING PLUMBING LEAKS: SUSHI PREP EXPOSED HAND SINK COLD KNOB AND UNDER THE SANITIZING COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BACK DISH MACHINE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING.
Not serious Minor
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN

OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS IN THE SUSHI PREP AREA WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HAIR RESTRAINTS WHILE FOOD IS HANDLED.
Not serious Minor
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTHS ON COUNTER TOPS. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN SANITIZER.

Dec 20, 2013 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Result: Pass.

Dec 9, 2013 Complaint · 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. OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING FOODS IN THE SUSHI DISPLAY COOLER: SUSHI AT 46.0F AND OCTOPUS AT 46.2F. OBSERVED SCALLOPS IN THE PREP COOLER AT 57.0F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 6# OF FOOD WORTH $30. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

OBSERVED LIVE FRUIT FLIES ON THE WALLS AND CEILING OF THE FOOD PREPARATION AREAS. 10 LIVE FRUIT FLIES WERE OBSERVED IN THESE AREAS. UPON MY RETURN ON 12/10/13 TO FINISH THE INSPECTION AND REPORT, THE FLIES WERE ELIMINATED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION FROM REPORT #1335448 ON 5/9/13 NOT CORRECTED: 34/01 - OBSERVED CRACKS IN THE FLOORING UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND HALLWAY TO THE DRY STORAGE ROOM. MUST FILL IN THE CRACKS AND PROVIDE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

REPAIR THE FLOORING IN THE APPETIZER PREP AREA AND THE WOK PREP AREA.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

REPAIR THE LEFT SIDE SINK STOPPER AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK SO THAT IT CAN HOLD WATER IN THE SINK BASIN.

May 9, 2013 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

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

PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM REPORT #1335262 ON 4/30/13 NOT CORRECTED: 18/01 - OBSERVED LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AREAS. APPROXIMATELY 50 LIVE FRUIT FLIES WERE OBSERVED ON THE WALLS AND CEILING TILES AND ON EQUIPMENT IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SUPERVISOR NOTIFIED OF CRITICAL VIOLATION. LAST PEST CONTROL INSPECTION MADE BY TERMINIX ON 4/22/13. STAFF BEGAN CLEANING AND SANITIZING WALLS AND CEILING TILES AND SPRAYING RESTAURANT SAFE CHEMICAL PROVIDED BY TERMINIX TO KILL ADULT FRUIT FLIES. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-42-090.
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

SEE VIOLATION #14.
Not serious Minor
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

ALL PREPARED FOODS IN THE COOLERS MUST BE LABELED AND DATED.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED FROZEN FOODS BEING STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS ONLY.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

REPAIR THE DOOR GASKET FOR THE WALK-IN COOLER.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

DETAIL CLEAN THE EXPOSED HANDSINKS, TOP OF DISHMACHINE.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT THE FOOD PREP AREAS. OBSERVED CARDBOARD BOXES LAYED FLAT ON THE FLOOR IN THE SUSHI PREP AREA AND THE DISHWASH AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE CARDBOARD AND USE PROPER FLOOR MATS. OBSERVED CRACKS IN THE FLOORING UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND HALLWAY TO THE DRY STORAGE ROOM. MUST FILL IN THE CRACKS AND PROVIDE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

REPAIR THE SINK STOPPER LEVER FOR THE MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE DISHWASH AREA.
Not serious Minor
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN SANITIZER BUCKET AFTER USE.

Apr 30, 2013 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

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

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS OBSERVED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. OBSERVED CRAB MEAT AT 61-82F, SUSHI AT 43.3F AND COOKED RICE AT 100F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 30# OF FOOD WORTH $200. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED DISCOLORATION AND A SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON THE INTERIOR SURFACES OF THE ICE MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

OBSERVED LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AREAS. APPROXIMATELY 50 LIVE FRUIT FLIES WERE OBSERVED ON THE WALLS AND CEILING TILES AND ON EQUIPMENT IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
Not serious Minor
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

ALL PREPARED FOODS IN THE COOLERS MUST BE LABELED AND DATED.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED FROZEN FOODS BEING STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS ONLY.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT THE FOOD PREP AREAS. OBSERVED CARDBOARD BOXES LAYED FLAT ON THE FLOOR IN THE SUSHI PREP AREA AND THE DISHWASH AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE CARDBOARD AND USE PROPER FLOOR MATS. OBSERVED CRACKS IN THE FLOORING UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND HALLWAY TO THE DRY STORAGE ROOM. MUST FILL IN THE CRACKS AND PROVIDE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

REPAIR THE SINK STOPPER LEVER FOR THE MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE DISHWASH AREA.

Jun 12, 2012 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Result: Pass.

Jun 5, 2012 Short Form Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Serious Critical
SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME

IMPROPER UTENSILS SANTATATION. OBSERVED AN EMPLOYEE WASHING A PITCHER THAT IS USED IN FOOD PREPARATION AT PREP AREA HAND SINK, NO SANITIZER USED, INSTRUCTED MGR TO WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE UTESILS IN 3-COMP SINK OR DISH WASHING MACHINE.
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

INADEQUATE INSECTS CONTROL, FOUND ABOUT 40 LIVE FRUIT FLIES SCATTERED ON KITCHEN WALLS. INSTRUCTED MGR TO ELIMINATE INSECTS ACTIVITY IN ALL AFFECTED AREAS. PEST CONTROL SERVICE RECOMMENDED.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

USING GROCERY SHOPPING PLASTIC BAGS FOR FOOD STOREAGE. INSTRUCTED MGR TO USE APPROVED FOOD STORAGE BAGE AND CONTAINERS.

May 2, 2012 Suspected Food Poisoning · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

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. BULK FOOD CONTAINERS AND SMALL SPICE CONTAINERS NOT LABELED, INSTRUCTED TO LABEL.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

EMPLOYEES PERSONAL FOODS STORED ON SAME SHELF WITH CUSTOMERS FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO STORE SEPARATLY.
Not serious Minor
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination. WASH CLOTH ARE PLACED ON COUNTER AND PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO PLACE IN A SNITIZED SOLUTION

Feb 24, 2012 Suspected Food Poisoning · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

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

All hot food shall be stored at a temperature of 140F or higher. FOUND 4 LBS OF COOKED RICE AT 78.4F IN NRICE COOKER AT SUSHI PREP LINE, RICE WAS COOKED A DAY BEFORE. NO LAB TESTING ANALYSIS FOR RICE PH LEVEL, INSTRUCTED TO KEEP RICE HELD AT PROPER HOLDING TEMPS OR OBTAIN A LETTER FROM AN APPROVED LAB INDICATING THE PH LEVEL OF RICE. RICE DISCARDED VALUED AT $5.00
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. HEAVY DUST BUILD UP NOTED ON FAN COVERS AND PIPE INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination. MUST KEEP THE ICE SCOOP IN A CLEAN CONTAINER.

Jan 5, 2012 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Result: Pass.

Dec 27, 2011 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

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

(7-38-020) NOTED PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. FOUND 12-SMALL/FRUIT FLIES ON WALL & CEILING AROUND A WAIT STAFF STATION AT KITCHEN ENTRANCE; 8-ON WALLS & CEILING AROUND THE DISHROOM AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE SOURCE & CLEAN/SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

ALL WALLS OR CEILING AFFECTED BY PEST ACTIVITY MUST BE CLEANED & SANITIZED. The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

HANDSINK FAUCETS ARE LEAKING AT THE COOK'S LINE, & SLOW-DRAINING 1-COMP. SINK AT THE BAR MUST BE FIXED. 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.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

ANY SODA OR MILK CRATES USED FOR DRY OR COLD STORAGE RACKS MUST BE REPLACED WITH REGULAR SHELVINGS. All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.

Feb 15, 2011 Complaint · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

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. CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP GROOVES MUST BE SANDED/BLEACHED.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. FOLLOWING NEED CLEANING: SINK DRAINS IN THE BAR, SODA GUN HOLDERS-DUE TO FOOD DEBRIS.
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. DUSTY COMPRESSORS & FAN GUARDS OF MOST COOLERS MUST BE CLEANED, INCLUDING FILTERS AT COOKING EQUIPMENT.

Mar 30, 2010 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

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

SEE REPORT 205273 3-15-10 VIOLATION REMAINS
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

VIOLATION REMAINS SEE REPORT 205273 3-15-10
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

VIOLATION REMAINS SEE REPORT 205273 3-15-10
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

VIOLATION REMAINS SEE REPORT 205273 3-15-10
Not serious Minor
LINEN: CLEAN AND SOILED PROPERLY STORED

VIOLATION REMAINS SEE REPORT 205273 3-15-10

Mar 15, 2010 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

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

All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. OBSERVED FRUIT FLY ACTIVITY IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: DISH AREA, REAR PREP, SUSHI BAR AND FRONT BAR. 20-25 FLIES NOTED. MUST CONTACT PEST CONTROL COMPANY FOR SERVICE. CLEAN ALL AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED. COURT APPEARENCE ON THURSDAY APRIL 29, 2010 @9:00 AM ROON 112 400 W SUPERIOR.
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. CUTTING BOARDS IN NEED OF REPLACING. WORN WITH DEEP CUTS, STAINED. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPLATT4E4RS AND BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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. FLOORS AND FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD-UP UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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. Use dustless cleaning methods. WALLS THROUGHOUT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPLATTERS AND BUILD-UP. ALL AIR VENTS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE DUST BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. ALL REACH-IN COOLERS MUST HAVE THERMOMETERS. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.

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