Old Crow Smokehouse

Year	Inspections	Violations	Serious
2026	2	10	0
2025	1	8	0
2024	2	4	0
2022	2	10	0
2021	2	12	0
2020	1	7	0
2019	1	7	0
2018	2	5	0
2017	2	14	0
2016	3	20	4
2015	1	1	0

Aug 27, 2026 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-201.11: **C** Floors, Walls, and Ceilings- Cleanability OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE WALL IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: DISH AREA UNDER HANDSINK, CEILING OF ICE MAKED ON 2ND FLOOR, ABOVE COMPRESSOR NEAR BEER COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-201.16: **C** Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings OBSERVED WATER DAMAGED/ PEELING PAINT ON THE WALLS IN THE 2ND FLOOR STORAGE/ LOCKERS ROOMS/ LIQUOR CLOSET AREA. ON ROOF TOP TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE AND REPAINT CHIPPED AREAS TO ENSURE WALLS ARE SEALED, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

Aug 21, 2026 Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

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

4-601.11(A): **PF** Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils OBSERVED ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN REAR PREP AND 2ND FLOOR PREP WITH A BUILD-UP OF BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE, DRIPPING ONTO ICE CUBES STORED AT BELOW ICE BIN.ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. ALSO BLACK SLIME AT EXTERIOR OF UNIT BETWEEN ICE BIN AND TOP PART OF THE UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005.
Not serious Priority Foundation
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

6-501.111: **PF** Controlling Pests (Pest Activity, Harborage) OBSERVED PEST ACTIVITY WITH APPROX. 35 SMALL FLIES NOTED DURING INSPECTION. SMALL FLY ACTIVITY WAS NOTED NEAR THE BARS, SERVER STATIONS, 2ND FLOOR PREP, MENS TOILET ROOM ROOF TOP AND 2ND FLOOR PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CONSULT PEST CONTROL AS ADDITIONAL SERVICES ARE NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE ACTIVITY PRIOR TO RE-INSPECTION.EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 5 RAT DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR ON 2ND FLOOR DRY STORAGE AREAS MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
Not serious Priority Foundation
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

4-301.12(B): **PF** Manual Warewashing, Sink Compartment Requirements (Sink Compartments Not Large Enough) OBSERVED WATER BACKING UP AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AREA AT BAR. WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM 2ND SINK BASIN, WATER BACKS UP INTO 1ST AND 3RD SINK BASINS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR BEFORE RE-INSPECTION DATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION
Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

5-205.15: **C** System Maintained in Good Repair (In Good Repair) OBSERVED 3 COMP SINK ON SOUTHEAST BAR LEAKING FROM MIDDLE DRAIN, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-201.11: **C** Floors, Walls, and Ceilings- Cleanability OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE WALL IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: DISH AREA UNDER HANDSINK, CEILING OF ICE MAKED ON 2ND FLOOR, ABOVE COMPRESSOR NEAR BEER COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-201.16: **C** Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings OBSERVED WATER DAMAGED/ PEELING PAINT ON THE WALLS IN THE 2ND FLOOR STORAGE/ LOCKERS ROOMS/ LIQUOR CLOSET AREA. ON ROOF TOP TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE AND REPAINT CHIPPED AREAS TO ENSURE WALLS ARE SEALED, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

6-303.11: **C** Intensity- Lighting OBSERVED A BURNED OUT LIGHT-BULB IN THE HOOD/EXHAUST AREA INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BULB AND MAINTAIN LIGHTING
Not serious Priority Foundation
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

8-404.13(B:4): **PF** Enforcement by the Regulatory Authority (Non-Compliance) NOTED CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE FROM REPORT # 2626505 CONDUCTED ON 11/04/2025. PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED: (#10)6-301.14: **C** Handwashing Signage OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTERS NEAR HAND WASHING SINKS IN FRONT BAR AREA AND INSIDE WASHROOMS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. (#16)4-602.11(B-E): **C** Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency OBSERVED INNER LINING OF THE ICE MACHINE NOT CLEAN. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. (#38)6-202.15: **C** Outer Openings, Protected OUTER OPENINGS NOT PROTECTED. OBSERVED REAR EXIT DOOR WITH 1/2 INCH OPENING ON BOTTOM DOOR. MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITHING TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. MUST CORRECT CORE VIOLATIONS BY THE DATE ON THE REPORT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-42-090

Nov 4, 2025 Complaint · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTERS NEAR HAND WASHING SINKS IN FRONT BAR AREA AND INSIDE WASHROOMS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED INNER LINING OF THE ICE MACHINE NOT CLEAN. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER.
Severity not stated
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OUTER OPENINGS NOT PROTECTED. OBSERVED REAR EXIT DOOR WITH 1/2 INCH OPENING ON BOTTOM DOOR. MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITHING TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

MUST NOT USE MILK CRATES AS MEANS OF ELEVATION. MUST USE APPROVED SHELVING.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF ICE BUILD UP INSIDE MEAT SHEST FREEZER. MUST REMOVE ICE AND CLEAN CHEST FREEZER.
Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERED SLOW LEAK AT THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK HANDLE IN REAR KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP INSIDE LIGHTSHIELDS COVERS IN MAIN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED ACCUMULATION OF DUST BUILD UP INSIDE CEILING VENTILATION VENTS ON THE 2ND FLOOR FOOD PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED OPENING INTO CEILING IN THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. MUST SEAL AND MAINTAIN.

May 20, 2024 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Result: Pass.

May 13, 2024 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

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

OBSERVED ACCUMULATED PINK SLIME BUILD UP INSIDE 1ST (FLOOR RIGHT SIDE) ICE MACHINE DRIPPING INTO ICE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. ALL ICE INSIDE SAID ICE MACHINE VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED.
Severity not stated
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED 1/4 INCH GAP AT FRONT 3506 N CLARK ENTRANCE DOOR SWEEP AND AT REAR EXIT DOOR SWEEP. MUST RODENT PROOF SAID DOORS.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FLOOR CLUTTERED/LITTERED IN WOMENS EMPLOYEES LOCKER ROOM. MUST CLEAN/ELEVATE ALL ITEMS OFF FLOOR IN WOMENS EMPLOYEES LOCKER ROOM.
Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES.

Oct 4, 2022 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

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

2-102.14 PERSON IN CHARGE WAS PRESENT AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION WAS ISSUED.
Not serious Priority Foundation
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

2-101.11 NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY OR THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE ON SITE POSTED. A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO ORIGINAL FOOD SERVICE MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TIMES. ALSO, THE PERSON IN CHARGE MUST HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE BY THE NEXT INSPECTION (UPON BEING INSPECTED) PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

3-304.12 NOTED SERVING PLATES ON SHELVES IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREAS WERE NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL SERVING PLATES TO PREVENT DUST ACCUMULATION.
Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

5-501.17 NOTED WASHROOMS ON THE PREMISES WITH GARBAGE RECEPTACLES AND NO LIDS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TRASH CANS WITH LIDS AT ALL WOMEN'S WASHROOMS AND UNISEX WASHROOMS

Sep 27, 2022 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Priority Foundation
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

NOTED OVER 50 FLYING INSECTS ON WALL, SHELVES, CEILING, AND EQUIPMENT AT THE REAR DRY STORAGE AREA WITH SODA DISPENSER SYRUP AND GREASE RECEPTACLE THROUGHOUT THE BAR ON THE FIRST FLOOR AND BAR ON THE SECOND FLOOR NEXT TO THE MEN'S BATHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY. INSTRUCTED TO CONSULT WITH PEST CONTROL COMPANY AND HAVE PREMISES TREATED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-020(A).
Severity not stated
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

FOOD CONTAINERS ARE STORED ON THE FLOOR AT THE SECOND-FLOOR FOOD PREP AREA, ALONG THE WALL ON THE FIRST FLOOR BY THE STAGING AND WALK-IN FREEZERS. MUST PROVIDE PROPER, RAISED SHELVING TO STORE FOOD CONTAINERS 6" OFF THE FLOOR.
Severity not stated
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

NOTED SERVING PLATES ON SHELVES AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREAS NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL SERVING PLATES TO PREVENT DUST ACCUMULATION.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

NOTED ICE BUILD-UP INSIDE THE WALK-IN FREEZER ON THE FLOOR AND SHELVES. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE CONDENSATION UNITS.
Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

NOTED LEAKAGE AT BOTTOM PIPPING OF HAND WASH SINK AT THE NORTH BAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

NOTED WASHROOMS ON PREMISES WITH GARBAGE RECEPTACLES AND NO LIDS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TRASH CANS WITH LIDS AT ALL WOMEN'S WASHROOMS AND UNISEX WASHROOMS

Mar 9, 2021 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED WITH THE PRODUCT COMMON NAME.
Severity not stated
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OPEN 1 INCH GAP ON THE BOTTOM THRESHOLD OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A TIGHT FITTING SEAL AN THE DOOR.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-201.11- MISSING WALL TILES AROUND THE PIPING UNDER THE MAIN KITCHEN HAND WASHING SINK. MUST REPLACE.----DAMAGED CEILING WITH OPEN HOLE/PEELING PLASTER IN THE 2ND FLOOR MENS LOCKER ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/SEAL.

Feb 11, 2021 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

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

NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED AT THIS TIME.
Not serious Priority Foundation
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

VIRTUAL MENU DOES NOT DISCLOSE AND INFORM CONSUMERS THE SPECIFIC MENU ITEMS THAT ARE RAW OR UNDERCOOKED AND A POTENTIAL HAZARD OF CONSUMING SUCH FOOD. FOODS SUCH AS BURGERS. MUST PROVIDE A CONSUMER ADVISORY THAT DISCLOSES AND REMINDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED AT THIS TIME.
Severity not stated
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED WITH THE PRODUCT COMMON NAME.
Severity not stated
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OPEN 1 INCH GAP ON THE BOTTOM THRESHOLD OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A TIGHT FITTING SEAL AN THE DOOR.
Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

LEAK UNDER THE HAND WASHING SINK ONTO THE FLOOR IN THE FRONT SMOKING PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
Severity not stated
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE PILED PLASTIC CRATES AT THE OUTDOOR GARBAGE AREA.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MISSING WALL TILES AROUND THE PIPING UNDER THE MAIN KITCHEN HAND WASHING SINK. MUST REPLACE.----DAMAGED CEILING WITH OPEN HOLE/PEELING PLASTER IN THE 2ND FLOOR MENS LOCKER ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/SEAL.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

LEAK FROM THE CEILING ONTO THE DINING ROOM FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
Not serious Priority Foundation
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM INSPECTION #2374088 ON 6-23-20 NOT CORRECTED. #53- NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLES IN WOMEN'S WASHROOMS. MUST PROVIDE. #55- WALK IN FREEZER FLOOR METAL PANELS IN POOR REPAIR/BEGINNING TO BUBBLE. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN FLOOR IN WALK IN FREEZER, FLOOR MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN. #58- NOTED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED AT THIS TIME.

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

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

NOTED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION FOLLOWING THE NEW CODE AND GUIDELINES. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE VERIFICATION OF POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE ONE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED TODAY
Not serious Priority Foundation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

PREMISES MISSING SOME REQUIRED VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEANING ITEMS ON CLEANING PROCEDURE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL THE CHEMICALS AND SUPPLIES NEEDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
Not serious Priority Foundation
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

NOTED ESTABLISHMENT SERVING UNDERCOOKED FOOD ITEMS (HAMBURGERS) WITH NO DISCLOSURE ON MENU TO THE CUSTOMERS. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CONSUMER ADVISORY ON THE MENU WITH BOTH A DISCLOSURE NOTICE AND REMINDER STATEMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED TODAY.
Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

2ND FLOOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK MISSING STOPPERS (X3). MUST PROVIDE WORKING STOPPERS FOR DISHWASH 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLES IN WOMENS WASHROOMS. MUST PROVIDE.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

WALK IN FREEZER FLOOR METAL PANELS BEGINNING IN POOR REPAIR/BEGINNING TO BUBBLE. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN FLOOR IN WALK IN FREEZER, FLOOR MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN.
Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

NOTED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON DUTY WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.

Mar 26, 2019 Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

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

NOTED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION FOLLOWING THE NEW CODE AND GUIDELINES. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE VERIFICATION OF POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE ONE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED TODAY
Not serious Priority Foundation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

MANAGEMENT UNABLE TO PROVIDE A PROCEDURE FOR CLEANING UP VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ONE INCLUDING THE CHEMICALS AND SUPPLIES NEEDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
Not serious Priority Foundation
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

NOTED TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED FOR SAFETY FOOD ITEMS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER AND REFRIGERATION UNITS NOT PROPERLY LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL ALL READY TO EAT FOOD ITEMS WITH PRODUCT NAME AND USED BY DATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005(A). NO CITATION ISSUED TODAY.
Not serious Priority Foundation
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

NOTED ESTABLISHMENT SERVING UNDERCOOKED FOOD ITEMS (HAMBURGERS) WITH NO CONSUMER ADVISORY, DISCLOSURE OR REMINDERS TO THE CUSTOMERS. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CONSUMER ADVISORY ON THE MENU WITH A DISCLOSURE NOTICE AND REMINDER STATEMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED TODAY.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

NOTED MULTIPLE CRACKS ON THE WALLS AT THE FIRST AND SECOND FLOOR AND HOLES AND OPENINGS ALONG PIPING. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL CRACKS AND OPENINGS TO PREVENT ENTRY POINTS FOR PEST.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

NOTED HEAVY DIRT AND GREASE ACCUMULATION INSIDE AT THE EXHAUST HOOD. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN HOOD.
Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

NOTED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON DUTY WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.

Mar 8, 2018 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

FOUND WALLS NOT SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN AT MEN'S/WOMAN'S CUSTOMER RESTROOMS 1ST FLOOR.(WALLS MADE OF BARN WOOD) MUST MAKE WALLS SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN AT IST FLOOR CUTOMER RESTROOMS.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

FOUND NO PREP/DUMP SINK AT ROOFTOP BAR. MUST INSTALL MINIMUM OF A 1 COMPARTMENNT DUMP SINK.

Mar 1, 2018 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

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

FOUND PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT DATED 11-28-17 INSPECTION # 2116350.VIOLATION 32. OBSERVED THAT PATRONS MUST PASS THROUGH DISH ROOM TO GET TO 2ND FLOOR MEN'S RESTROOM. MUST PROVIDE A PHYSICAL BARRIER TO SEPARATE DISH WASHING AREA FROM PATRON PASSAGEWAY. SERIOUS VIOLATION. 7-42-090. MUST PROVIDE BARRIER.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

FOUND WALLS NOT SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN AT MEN'S/WOMAN'S CUSTOMER RESTROOMS 1ST FLOOR.(WALLS MADE OF BARN WOOD) MUST MAKE WALLS SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN AT IST FLOOR CUTOMER RESTROOMS.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

FOUND NO EXPOSED HAND SINK AT DISH/GLASS WASHING ROOM AT 2ND FLOOR BY MEN'S RESTROOM. MUST PROVIDE EXPOSED HAND SINK.

Nov 28, 2017 Complaint · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

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

OBSERVED PAPER SHELF LINERS BEING USED IN THE LIQUOR STORAGE ROOM ON THE 2ND FLOOR. MUST REMOVE AND MAINTAIN ALL SHELVING TO BE SMOOTH, NON-ABSORBENT AND EASILY CLEANABLE. OBSERVED WATER POOLING IN THE BOTTOM OF THE BAR BEER COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE STANDING WATER.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED THAT PATRONS MUST PASS THROUGH DISH ROOM TO GET TO 2ND FLOOR MEN'S RESTROOM. MUST PROVIDE A PHYSICAL BARRIER TO SEPARATE DISH WASHING AREA FROM PATRON PASSAGEWAY.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

OBSERVED STANDING WATER ON FLOOR TO LEFT OF 1ST FLOOR MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

MUST STORE ALL LIQUOR BOXES AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR IN 2ND FLOOR LIQUOR STORAGE ROOM. OBSERVED LARGE POTS IN DRY STORAGE THAT ARE TOO LARGE TO BE WASHED PROPERLY IN THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK OR THE DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE OVER-SIZED COOKING EQUIPMENT AND INSTRUCTED THAT ALL POTS AND PANS MUST BE SIZED TO FIT IN THE PROVIDED 3 COMPARTMENT SINK OR DISH MACHINE SO THEY CAN BE PROPERLY WASHED, RINSED AND SANITIZED.
Not serious Minor
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

MUST REPLACE BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD IN 2ND FLOOR DRY STORAGE AREA.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL EMPLOYEE BELONGINGS IN LOCKERS OR SEPARATE FROM FOOD SERVICE PRODUCTS/EQUIPMENT.

Sep 7, 2017 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
TOXIC ITEMS PROPERLY STORED, LABELED AND USED

OBSERVED MULTIPLE SPRAY BOTTLES OF CHEMICALS THROUGHOUT FACILITY WITHOUT PROPER LABELS: IN COOK LINE, NEAR MOP SINK AND AT 2ND FLOOR BAR. MUST PROVIDE LABEL WITH COMMON NAME OF CHEMICAL ON ALL CHEMICAL CONTAINERS. OPERATOR CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION. SERIOUS VIOLATION: 7-38-030
Not serious Minor
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

MUST STORE ALL MULTI-USE AND SINGLE-USE UTENSILS WITH HANDLE PRESENTED TO CONSUMER, IE AT TO-GO STATION, DISHROOM.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

MUST REPLACE MISSING SODA GUN DRIP PANS/DRAIN LINES AT SOUTH BAR AND 2ND FLOOR BAR. OBSERVED THAT PATRONS MUST PASS THROUGH DISH ROOM TO GET TO 2ND FLOOR MEN'S RESTROOM. MUST PROVIDE A PHYSICAL BARRIER TO SEPARATE DISH WASHING AREA FROM PATRON PASSAGEWAY.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

OBSERVED STANDING WATER ON FLOOR TO LEFT OF 1ST FLOOR MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE. MUST STORE ALL PRODUCT AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR, INCLUDING: BEER CASES IN HALL NEAR WOMEN'S RESTROOM, CUTTING BOARDS IN DISH ROOM, CHEMICALS AT NORTH BAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, AND CASES OF GLASSWARE AT BBQ PREP AREA.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

MUST REPAIR DAMAGED WALL AT DOOR FRAME AT KITCHEN EXIT NEAR WARMING TABLE, WHERE DRYWALL AND COARSE EDGES ARE EXPOSED.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

MUST INSTALL A HAND SINK, WITH HOT AND COLD WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE, IN THE 2ND FLOOR DISH ROOM WHERE A 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IS LOCATED, SO THAT EMPLOYEES CAN WASH HANDS BEFORE HANDING CLEAN AND SANITIZED DISHES.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED EMPLOYEE BELONGINGS (JACKETS, BAGS) STORED ON SODA BOXES AND RACKS IN SODA ROOM NEAR 1ST FLOOR WOMEN'S RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL EMPLOYEE BELONGINGS IN LOCKERS OR SEPARATE FROM FOOD SERVICE PRODUCTS/EQUIPMENT.
Not serious Minor
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

ALL FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE OBSERVED AS EXPIRED. ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST MAINTAIN CURRENT FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATIONS AND MAINTAIN DOCUMENTATION OF COMPLETION ON SITE.

Nov 14, 2016 Short Form Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

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

OBSERVED FOODS NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE. IN COOKS LINE THREE DOOR COOLER OBSERVED AN OPEN FLAT OF RAW EGGS ON THE TOP SHELVING, TWO CRACKED AND SPILLING, BEING STORED ABOVE COOKED CHICKEN AND COOKED CORN DOGS. ALSO STORED DIRECTLY NEXT TO AND TOUCHING THE RAW, CRACKED EGGS A COOKED 1/2 SLAB OF BBQ RIBS UNCOVERED AND AN EMPLOYEES HALF CONSUMED STARBUCKS BEVERAGE. ALL FOODS DISCARDED. REVIEWED PROPER FOOD STORAGE AND PROTECTION. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED

NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE FOODS SUCH AS COOKED CHICKEN AT 141.9F WAS BEING PREPARED AND RICE BEING COOKED IN STEAMER. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
Not serious Minor
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

ALL BULK SPICE CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED.
Not serious Minor
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

ALL MIXING BOWLS IN THE CLEAN DISH STORAGE AT THE DISH MACHINE AREA MUST BE STORED INVERTED.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

DAMAGED CEILING ABOVE THE CLEAN DISH STORAGE AT THE WALK-IN COOLERS (2ND FLR.) AND HOLE IN THE WALL AT DISH STORAGE ADJACENT TO DRY FOOD STORAGE (2ND FLR,). HOLE IN THE WALL AT THE ROOF TOP SODA GUN DISPENSER NEXT TO REAR ROOM THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR/SEAL ALL.
Not serious Minor
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

INACCURATE INTERNAL THERMOMETERS IN THE TWO DOOR COOLER AT THE FRONT SMOKER PREP AREA AND THE THREE DOOR COOLER ACROSS FROM THE WOK LINE. MUST REPLACE.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

EMPLOYEES MUST NOT STORE BICYCLES IN THE FOOD PREP, DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA OR BRING BICYCLES THROUGH FOOD AREA FOR STORAGE. ALL STORED ITEMS THROUGHOUT 2ND FLOOR STORAGE MUST BE ELEVATED FROM THE FLOORS 6" OR ABOVE
Not serious Minor
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN

ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAT/HAIR RESTRAINTS.

Sep 16, 2016 Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

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

THE FOLLOWING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS FOUND HELD IN AN ELECTRIC HOT HOLDING CAMBROS UNIT AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. BEEF BRISKET AT 132.9F, CHICKEN AT 134.1F BEEF AT 134.2F. MANAGEMENT STATES APPROXIMATELY 13 LBS TOTAL AT AN ESTIMATED VALUE OF $40.00. INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF CAMBROS UNIT FOUND AT 142F.ALL FOOD DISCARDED. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
Serious Critical
HANDS WASHED AND CLEANED, GOOD HYGIENIC PRACTICES; NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS.

OBSERVED POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES AND IMPROPER USE OF GLOVES FOR READY TO EAT FOODS. OBSERVED NUMEROUS EMPLOYEES IN SEVERAL FOOD PREP AREAS NOT USING GLOVES PROPERLY. NOT WASHING THEIR HANDS BEFORE OF AFTER GLOVE USE. WEARING GLOVES IN NON-FOOD AREAS THEN RETURNING TO THE FOOD PREPARATION AREAS WITHOUT CHANGING GLOVES. REVIEWED PROPER GLOVE USAGE WITH MANAGEMENT AND INSTRUCTED TO REVIEW WITH STAFF. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-010(A).
Serious Critical
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA

OBSERVED INADEQUATE HAND WASHING FACILITIES. NO PAPER TOWELS AT THE SOUTH BAR AND HAND SINK BEING USED AS A "SLOP" SINK FOR OLD DRINKS AND CONDIMENTS. MANAGEMENT PROVIDED TOWELS AND CLEARED SINK OF ALL DEBRIS.
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

OBSERVED FOODS NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE. THREE CASES OF RAW EGGS BEING STORED DIRECTLY OVER UNCOVERED, OPEN STRAINER OF PREPARED COLE SLAW AND OTHER PREPARED FOODS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. MANAGEMENT REMOVED EGGS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
Not serious Minor
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

ALL BULK SPICE CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED.
Not serious Minor
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

ALL MIXING BOWLS IN THE CLEAN DISH STORAGE AT THE DISH MACHINE AREA MUST BE STORED INVERTED.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

DAMAGED CEILING ABOVE THE CLEAN DISH STORAGE AT THE WALK-IN COOLERS (2ND FLR.) AND HOLE IN THE WALL AT DISH STORAGE ADJACENT TO DRY FOOD STORAGE (2ND FLR,). HOLE IN THE WALL AT THE ROOF TOP SODA GUN DISPENSER NEXT TO REAR ROOM THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR/SEAL ALL.
Not serious Minor
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

INACCURATE INTERNAL THERMOMETERS IN THE TWO DOOR COOLER AT THE FRONT SMOKER PREP AREA AND THE THREE DOOR COOLER ACROSS FROM THE WOK LINE. MUST REPLACE.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

EMPLOYEES MUST NOT STORE BICYCLES IN THE FOOD PREP, DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA OR BRING BICYCLES THROUGH FOOD AREA FOR STORAGE. ALL STORED ITEMS THROUGHOUT 2ND FLOOR STORAGE MUST BE ELEVATED FROM THE FLOORS 6" OR ABOVE.
Not serious Minor
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN

ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAT/HAIR RESTRAINTS.

May 6, 2016 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

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

OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE INCLUDING 3LBS OF FISH VALUED AT $20 AT 49.7F, 3 LBS OF BEEF VALUED AT $12 AT 49.9, 4LBS OF SALMON VAUED AT $24.00 AT 51.6F, 8LB OF BEEF VALUED AT $32 AT 46.7F, 4LBS OF EGGROLLS VALUED AT $8.00 AT 46F, 3LBS OF RIBS VALUED AT $8.00 AT 50.5F. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005 (A)
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED FROZEN CONDENSATE ON WALK IN FREEZER NEAR FANS. REMOVE ALL FROZEN CONDENSATE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED SMALL REACH IN CHEST FREEZER IN KITCHEN WITH BROKEN LID AND GASKET. REPAIR LID AND GASKET AND MAINTAIN.

Oct 1, 2015 License · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

OBSERVED LIGHT CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR OF THE ROOFTOP BAR. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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