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1492 Cuban Fusion INC

2615 W NORTH AVE, Chicago, IL 60647 · Cook County

127cited violations
3serious tier
16inspections
83tier not stated

Establishment

Type
Restaurant (retail food serving meals) (Restaurant)
Inspected by
Chicago Department of Public Health
License / ID
2470418
Status
Risk 1 (High)
Official record
Chicago Department of Public Health inspection reports

Other public records for this business

Year by year

YearInspectionsViolationsSerious
20251121
2024140
2023240
2022260
2021250
20194770
2018161
2017281
2016150

Inspections

  1. Jul 8, 2025 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

      OBSERVED A WHITE PANEL INSIDE THE ICE MACHINE THAT WAS FILLED WITH A BLACK MOLD-LIKE SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO WASH, CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN. ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. MANAGEMENT IMMEDIATELY BURNED ICE AND CLEANED AND SANITIZED THE ICE MACHINE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005.CITATION ISSUED.

    • Serious Priority

      PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

      OBSERVED TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS EGGS AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES ON COUNTER IN PREP AREA AT 90.6F. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD AND DENATURE ALL SAID TCS FOODS AND TO MAINTAIN A COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 41°F AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION.7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

    • Severity not stated

      INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

      NOTED FLY TRAP HANGING DIRECTLY ABOVE PREP TABLE IN PREP AREA BEHIND COUNTER. . ACCORDING TO FOOD CODE: Insect control devices shall be installed so that the devices are not located over a FOOD preparation area. MUST RELOCATE EXISTING FLY TRAP DEVICES IN DIRECT VIOLATION OF THIS RULE.

    • Severity not stated

      INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

      OBSERVED IN DRY STORAGE SPIDER WEBS INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE WEBS AND MAINTAIN

    • Severity not stated

      CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

      OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER, PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE AND PROTECT FOOD ITEMS FROM CONTAMINATION WHILE STORED BY ELEVATING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS.

    • Severity not stated

      FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

      OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE 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

      NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

      OBSERVED THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

    • Severity not stated

      NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

      OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE REACH IN COOLERS IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN.

    • Severity not stated

      NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

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

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      OBSERVED MISSING GROUT AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN THE REAR PREP. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

    • Severity not stated

      ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

      OBSERVED A 2 BURNED OUT LIGHT-BULB IN HOOD SYSTEM. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BULB AND MAINTAIN LIGHTING.

    • Severity not stated

      ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

      OBSERVED NO PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES.

  2. Apr 18, 2024 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

      FOUND NO SOAP AT SINK AT PREPARATION AREAS.PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED.7-38-030C.PROVIDED BY THE END OF THE INSPECTION.

    • Severity not stated

      FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

      FOUND BULK FOOD NOT LABELED.(FLOUR,SUGAR,ETC.)MUST PROVIDE.

    • Severity not stated

      NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

      FOUND RACKS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER NOT CLEAN.MUST PROVIDE.

    • Severity not stated

      PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

      FOUND NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES AT ICE MACHINE WATERLINE.MUST PROVIDE WHERE IT CAN BE LOCATED AND SERVICED.

  3. Jul 14, 2023 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

    Result: Pass.

  4. Jul 5, 2023 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
    • Severity not stated

      INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

      OBSERVED 1/4 INCH GAP AT REAR EXIT DOOR SWEEP. MUST RODENT PROOF SAID DOOR.

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

      OBSERVED 2 LIVE ROACHES ON PREP AREA WALLS. MUST REMOVE ALL ROACH ACTIVITY BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. ADVISED TO CALL PEST CONTROL OPERATOR FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A).

    • Severity not stated

      NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

      OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR OF PREP AREA COOLERS, PREP AREA SHELVES, MEAT SLICER, INTERIOR/AROUND HOT AND COLD WATER HANDLES OF MAIN PREP AREA HANDWASH BOWL. MUST CLEAN EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN.

    • Severity not stated

      PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

      3-COMPARTMENT SINK RIGHT SIDE COMPARTMENT PIPE DRAINING SLOWLY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK PIPES MUST DRAIN QUICKLY.

  5. Aug 30, 2022 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Severity not stated

      FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

      4-101.11 OBSERVED FROZEN CROQUETTES AND EMPANADAS STORED IN CONTACT WITH CARDBOARD BOXES IN THE CHEST FREEZERS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE STORAGE CONTAINERS WHICH CAN BE WASHED AND SANITIZED.

    • Severity not stated

      NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

      4-602.13 CLEAN THE MICROWAVES, 1 DOOR FREEZER, DEEP FRYER, GRILLS AND PREP TABLES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.

  6. Aug 22, 2022 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

      OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE ON THE MENU FOR RAW OR UNDERCOOKED FOODS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE OR DESCRIBE ALL FOODS WHICH CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED AND LINK THOSE ITEMS TO THE REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. MUST ADD THE FOLLOWING STATEMENT BEFORE THE REMINDER STATEMENT:"THESE FOODS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED OR MAY CONTAIN RAW OR UNDERCOOKED INGREDIENTS." PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.

    • Severity not stated

      FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

      OBSERVED FROZEN CROQUETTES AND EMPANADAS STORED IN CONTACT WITH CARDBOARD BOXES IN THE CHEST FREEZERS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE STORAGE CONTAINERS WHICH CAN BE WASHED AND SANITIZED.

    • Severity not stated

      NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

      CLEAN THE MICROWAVES, 1 DOOR FREEZER, DEEP FRYER, GRILLS AND PREP TABLES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.

    • Severity not stated

      ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

      THE VENTILATION FANS IN BOTH WASHROOMS ARE NOT OPERATIONAL. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE THE VENTILATION FAN IN BOTH WASHROOMS.

  7. May 5, 2021 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Severity not stated

      PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

      MAIN PREP AREA 3-COMPARTMENT SINK WATER LEAKING AROUND HOT AND COLD WATER HANDLES. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINK.

  8. Apr 28, 2021 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
    • Severity not stated

      NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

      OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR/AROUND HOT AND COLD WATER HANDLES OF MAIN PREP AREA HANDWASH BOWL. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAID HANDWASH BOWL.

    • Severity not stated

      PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

      MAIN PREP AREA 3-COMPARTMENT SINK WATER LEAKING AROUND HOT AND COLD WATER HANDLES. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINK.

    • Severity not stated

      TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

      NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE IN WOMENS WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE.

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

      THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2303664 DATED ON 07/25/19 NOT CORRECTED-#58 OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090.

  9. Aug 1, 2019 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

      Violation Codes: 2-102.14(O) Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 2-102.14(N) Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

      Violation Codes: 2-501.11 Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 2-501.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION- NO CITATION ISSUED

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

      Violation Codes: 3-501.17 Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 3-501.17 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO DATE MARKINGS ON TCS READY TO EAT FOODS BEING HELD IN COOLERS FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

      Violation Codes: 3-603.11 Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 3-603.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER OF RISK OF CONSUMING RAW AND UNDERCOOKED FOODS ON MENU.MUST PORVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED

    • Severity not stated

      THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

      Violation Codes: 4-204.112(B) Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER FOR 3- DOOR PREP COOLER AND 2- DOOR PREP IN REAR HALLWAY.MUST PROVIDE

    • Severity not stated

      FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

      Violation Codes: 3-302.12 Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 3-302.12 Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE

    • Severity not stated

      INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

      Violation Codes: 6-202.15 Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-202.15 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF ENTRY DOOR .MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING

    • Severity not stated

      WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

      Violation Codes: 3-304.14 Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 3-304.14 Inspector Comments: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTIION WHEN NOT IN USE.

    • Severity not stated

      FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

      Violation Codes: 4-101.19 Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE FOIL WRAPPED AROUND STOVE AND RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES

    • Severity not stated

      FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

      Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 3- DOOR PREP COOLER.MUST PROVIDE A LOCK FOR EACH REFRIGERATOR STORED OUTSIDE OF TOILET ROOMS AND NEAR REAR DOOR

    • Severity not stated

      NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

      Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM GRILL TABLES,PREP COOLER,FRYER CABINET,WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVER AND SHELVING UNITS

    • Severity not stated

      PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

      Violation Codes: 5-205.15 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN AT HAND SINK IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM

    • Severity not stated

      PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

      Violation Codes: 4-301.16 Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 4-301.16 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A DUMP SINK TO DISCARD LIQUID WASTE IN FRONT BEVERAGE / COFFEE AREA

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN/DAMAGED CONCRETE FLOOR AND WALL IN BASEMENT

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      Violation Codes: 6-201.16 Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-201.16 Inspector Comments: MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN DINING AREA AND OUTSIDE OF TOILETROOMS

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      Violation Codes: 6-501.13 Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-501.13 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOOR IN BETWEEN COOLERS AND IN BASEMENT

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN REAR PREP AREA

    • Severity not stated

      ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

      Violation Codes: 6-501.14 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FILTERS AND HOOD AT COOKING EQUIPMENT

    • Severity not stated

      ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

      Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN

  10. Jul 25, 2019 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

      Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 2-102.14(N) Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

      Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 2-501.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION- NO CITATION ISSUED)

    • Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site

      ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

      OBSERVED NO SOAP AT HAND WASHING SINK IN MAIN PREP AREA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN SOAP AT ALL TIMES AT ALL HAND SINKS.SOAP WAS PROVIDED DURING INSPECTION.(COS)(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)

    • Severity not stated

      PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES

      OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF 3LBS. COOKED PORK 93.0F ON TOP OF PREP COOLER AND 2LBS. COOKED ONIONS 75.2F INSIDE A PAN ON STOVE.MUST HAVE HOT HOLDING FOODS AT 135.0F OR ABOVE. PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.APPX.5LBS.$10.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)

    • Severity not stated

      PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

      OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF COLD HOLDING FOODS INSIDE OF WALK IN COOLER SUCH AS 12LBS. COOKED SPANISH RICE 45.0F,45.7F,48.0F,48.4F.16LBS. COOKED BEEF 44.6F,45.3F,45.9F,46.9F.2LBS. COOKED ONIONS 47.1F.6LBS. DATED 7/24/19 COOKED RICE & BEANS -44.6F-44.8F DATED 7/20/19.12LBS. COOKED BLACK BEANS-45.7F,46.0F,46.4F,47.7F,49.5F DATED 7/24/19.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX.48LBS. $111.(PRIORITY)CONSOLIDATED VIOLATION.

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

      Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 3-501.17 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO DATE MARKINGS ON TCS READY TO EAT FOODS BEING HELD IN COOLERS FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

      Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 3-603.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER OF RISK OF CONSUMING RAW AND UNDERCOOKED FOODS ON MENU.MUST PORVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

    • Severity not stated

      THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

      OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER FOR 3- DOOR PREP COOLER AND 2- DOOR PREP IN REAR HALLWAY.MUST PROVIDE.

    • Severity not stated

      FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

      Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 3-302.12 Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE

    • Severity not stated

      INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

      Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-202.15 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF ENTRY DOOR .MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

      OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 10- 12 LIVE LARGE FLIES AND APPX. 4-6 SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND IN BASEMENT FOOD & PAPER ,SUMP PUMP AREA,STORAGE AREAS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 7/25/19.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)

    • Severity not stated

      WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

      Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 3-304.14 Inspector Comments: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTIION WHEN NOT IN USE

    • Severity not stated

      FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

      MUST REMOVE FOIL WRAPPED AROUND STOVE AND RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES.

    • Severity not stated

      FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

      Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 3- DOOR PREP COOLER.MUST PROVIDE A LOCK FOR EACH REFRIGERATOR STORED OUTSIDE OF TOILET ROOMS AND NEAR REAR DOOR

    • Severity not stated

      NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

      MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM GRILL TABLES,PREP COOLER,FRYER CABINET,WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVER AND SHELVING UNITS.

    • Severity not stated

      PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

      MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN AT HAND SINK IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.

    • Severity not stated

      PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

      Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 4-301.16 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A DUMP SINK TO DISCARD LIQUID WASTE IN FRONT BEVERAGE / COFFEE AREA

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN/DAMAGED CONCRETE FLOOR AND WALL IN BASEMENT

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-201.16 Inspector Comments: MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN DINING AREA AND OUTSIDE OF TOILETROOMS

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-501.13 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOOR IN BETWEEN COOLERS AND IN BASEMENT

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      MUST REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN REAR PREP AREA.

    • Severity not stated

      ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

      MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FILTERS AND HOOD AT COOKING EQUIPMENT.

    • Severity not stated

      ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

      Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN

  11. May 20, 2019 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

      Violation Codes: 2-102.14(N) Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

      Violation Codes: 2-501.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION- NO CITATION ISSUED

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

      Violation Codes: 3-501.17 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO DATE MARKINGS ON TCS READY TO EAT FOODS BEING HELD IN COOLERS FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

      Violation Codes: 3-603.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER OF RISK OF CONSUMING RAW AND UNDERCOOKED FOODS ON MENU.MUST PORVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED

    • Severity not stated

      FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

      Violation Codes: 3-302.12 Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE

    • Severity not stated

      INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

      Violation Codes: 6-202.15 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF ENTRY DOOR .MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING

    • Severity not stated

      WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

      Violation Codes: 3-304.14 Inspector Comments: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTIION WHEN NOT IN USE

    • Severity not stated

      SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED

      Violation Codes: 4-903.11(A;C) Inspector Comments: MUST INVERT FOIL PANS AND PLASTIC WEAR WITH HANDLES IN UP RIGHT POSITION

    • Severity not stated

      FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

      Violation Codes: 4-102.11 Inspector Comments: MUST ELIMINATE PLASTIC BAGS USED FOR FOOD STORAGE AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS

    • Severity not stated

      FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

      Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 3- DOOR PREP COOLER.MUST PROVIDE A LOCK FOR EACH REFRIGERATOR STORED OUTSIDE OF TOILET ROOMS AND NEAR REAR DOOR

    • Severity not stated

      NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

      Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM COUNTER TOP UNDER COFFEE MACHINE

    • Severity not stated

      PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

      Violation Codes: 4-301.16 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A DUMP SINK TO DISCARD LIQUID WASTE IN FRONT BEVERAGE / COFFEE AREA.

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN/DAMAGED CONCRETE FLOOR AND WALL IN BASEMENT

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      Violation Codes: 6-201.16 Inspector Comments: MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN DINING AREA AND OUTSIDE OF TOILETROOMS

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      Violation Codes: 6-501.13 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOOR IN BETWEEN COOLERS AND IN BASEMENT

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      Violation Codes: 6-501.114 Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER IN REAR PORCH AREA (ICE MACHINE,MOP HEADS & BUCKETS,BOXES,ETC

    • Severity not stated

      ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

      Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN

  12. May 13, 2019 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

      OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

      OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION- NO CITATION ISSUED)

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

      OBSERVED NO DATE MARKINGS ON TCS READY TO EAT FOODS BEING HELD IN COOLERS FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

      OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER OF RISK OF CONSUMING RAW AND UNDERCOOKED FOODS ON MENU.MUST PORVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

    • Severity not stated

      FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

      MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.

    • Severity not stated

      INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

      OBSERVED AN APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF ENTRY DOOR .MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.

    • Severity not stated

      WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

      MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTIION WHEN NOT IN USE.

    • Severity not stated

      SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED

      MUST INVERT FOIL PANS AND PLASTIC WEAR WITH HANDLES IN UP RIGHT POSITION.

    • Severity not stated

      FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

      MUST ELIMINATE PLASTIC BAGS USED FOR FOOD STORAGE AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS.

    • Severity not stated

      FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

      MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 3- DOOR PREP COOLER.MUST PROVIDE A LOCK FOR EACH REFRIGERATOR STORED OUTSIDE OF TOILET ROOMS AND NEAR REAR DOOR.

    • Severity not stated

      NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

      MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM COUNTER TOP UNDER COFFEE MACHINE.

    • Severity not stated

      PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

      MUST PROVIDE A DUMP SINK TO DISCARD LIQUID WASTE IN FRONT BEVERAGE / COFFEE AREA .

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

      OBSERVED HALF OF THE LID BROKEN /MISSING ON OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER LEAVING AN APPX."4-6" GAP.MUST MAKE LIDS TIGHT FITTING.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B)

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN/DAMAGED CONCRETE FLOOR AND WALL IN BASEMENT.

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN DINING AREA AND OUTSIDE OF TOILETROOMS.

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOOR IN BETWEEN COOLERS AND IN BASEMENT.

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      MUST REMOVE CLUTTER IN REAR PORCH AREA (ICE MACHINE,MOP HEADS & BUCKETS,BOXES,ETC.)

    • Severity not stated

      ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

      OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.

  13. Jun 1, 2018 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.

      Observed poor hygienic practices: observed a food handler rinse hands in water at the three compartment sink then wipe then on a wash cloth. Also observed a food handler touch ready to eat food items (already heated sandwiches and lettuce for sandwiches) with bare hands. Instructed facility that all hand washing must be done at a hand washing sink with soap and by following hand washing guidelines and that there is to be no bare hand contact with ready to eat foods (ie. use gloves, utensils, etc). Facility complied. Critical violation 7-38-010(a).

    • Not serious Minor

      CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

      Observed clean knives stored between the three compartment sink and the exposed hand sink in the kitchen. Instructed facility to maintain clean utensils in a proper area that is clean, sanitary, and safe.

    • Not serious Minor

      FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

      Observed dirt and debris on the floors throughout the basement. 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 damaged and stained ceiling tiles in the kitchen near the exhaust hood and panini presses. Instructed facility to replace and maintain. Observe grease accumulation on the exhaust hood filters. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.

    • Not serious Minor

      VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

      Observed the three compartment sink to be leaking at the faucet neck. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.

    • Not serious Minor

      FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

      Observed in use wash cloths stored on prep tables and areas throughout facility. Instructed facility to maintain in appropriate manner.

  14. Aug 2, 2017 Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions — 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 ON TOP OF STOVE IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. OBSERVED A CONTAINER OF RAW CHICKEN AT 75.8F AND A CONTAINER OF RAW BEEF AT 88.4F TEMPERATURES. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED FOOD ALL FOOD ITEMS 6LBS OF FOOD WORTH $18. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL COLD POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT 40.0F OR BELOW. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).

    • Not serious Minor

      FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

      OBSERVED RUSTY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING INISE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST REPAINT AND REPLACE.

    • Not serious Minor

      FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

      OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP ON VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMET. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP ON SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

    • Not serious Minor

      VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

      OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET BASE AT THE 3-COMPARTMENTV SINK IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

    • Not serious Minor

      REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

      STEAM THERMOMETER NEEDED TO MONITOR FOOD TEMPERATURES. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

  15. Jan 13, 2017 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

      FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

      OBSERVED DUST BUILD-UP ON VENTILATION FANS INSIDE PREP COOLERS AND INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

    • Not serious Minor

      WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

      OBSERVED WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN FRONT PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE.

    • Not serious Minor

      REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

      VISIBLE AND WORKING THERMOMETER NEEDED INSIDE 2-DOOR MILK LOCATED IN FRONT AREA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

  16. Jun 14, 2016 License · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

      FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

      NOTED RUSTY SHELVES INSIDE WALK IN COOLER AND AT THE KITCHEN PREP TALE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REPAINT WITH NON TOXIC FOOD GRADE PAINT AND MAINTAIN OR REPLACE.

    • Not serious Minor

      FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

      INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT ESPECIALLY INSIDE THE SERVICE PREP COOLER AND INSIDE ELECTRICAL UNIT OF DEEP FRYER.

    • Not serious Minor

      FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

      INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH GREASE AND REPAIR BROKEN FLOOR UNDERNEATH STAIRWAY AT THE BASEMENT FOOD STORAGE AREA.

    • Not serious Minor

      WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

      INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN VENTS INSIDE ALL COOING EQUIPMENT.

    • Not serious Minor

      VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

      NOTED LEAKING FAUCET AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Source: Chicago Department of Public Health. History last read Oct 1, 2026. Violation text is the inspector's wording. “Serious” is the source's own top tier. About this data.