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Poncitlan Jalisco

4460 W DIVERSEY AVE, Chicago, IL 60639 · Cook County

136cited violations
4serious tier
27inspections
60tier not stated

Establishment

Type
Restaurant (retail food serving meals) (Restaurant)
Inspected by
Chicago Department of Public Health
License / ID
2152972
Status
Risk 1 (High)
Official record
Chicago Department of Public Health inspection reports

Other public records for this business

Year by year

YearInspectionsViolationsSerious
2026130
2025140
2024281
2023280
20224161
20212120
20202150
20192150
2018260
20172141
20162110
2015120
2014160
2013271
2012190

Inspections

  1. Jun 4, 2026 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
    • Severity not stated

      FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

      OBSERVED THE ICE BIN INTERIOR IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

      OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 12 RAT DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN CORNER IN FRONT SERVICE AREA NEXT TO GRILL, AND BEHIND GREASE TRAP. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS RECOMMENDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. DROPPINGS REMOVED, AREA SANITIZED, PEST CONTROL SERVICE SCHEDULED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      OBSERVED LOOSE DEBRIS, DIRT AND DUST BUILDUP ON THE FLOORS AND CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY OF FLOORS. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

  2. Oct 27, 2025 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Severity not stated

      FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

      OBSERVED NO LABELS ON THE DRY FOOD INGREDIENTS IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN.

    • Severity not stated

      CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

      OBSERVED ICE SCOOP IMPROPERLY STORED ON TOP OF THE ICE MACHINE IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE AND MAINTAIN INSIDE A BIN OR CONTAINER.

    • Severity not stated

      WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

      OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON FOOD PREP TABLE IN REAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE AND MAINTAIN.

    • Severity not stated

      NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

      OBSERVED THE ICE SHIELD INSIDE THE ICE MACHINE IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA, WITH SLIGHT BUILD UP OF A BROWN-LIKE SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

  3. Apr 12, 2024 Complaint · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Severity not stated

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

      OBSERVED TORN/DAMAGED RUBBER GASKET ON DOOR OF THE FREEZER IN THE REAR PREP. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE GASKET.

    • Severity not stated

      NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

      OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS ALONG WALLS OF ESTABLISHMENT.

  4. Jan 9, 2024 Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
    • Serious Priority

      PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

      OBSERVED TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT STORED IN PREP COOLER (AIR TEMPERATURE OF 41.0F). FOUND INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF THE FOLLOWING FOOD PRODUCTS. BEEF AT 62.5F AND 82.3F, CHICKEN AT 46.7F AND RICE AT 44.8F INSTRUCTED ALL TCS FOODS MUST MAINTAIN COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF BELOW 41.0F AND HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF ABOVE 135.0F. OPERATOR VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED FOODS DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATIONI 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

    • Severity not stated

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

      OBSERVED TORN/DAMAGED RUBBER GASKET ON DOOR OF THE FREEZER IN THE REAR PREP. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE GASKET.

    • Severity not stated

      NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

      OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

    • Severity not stated

      PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

      OBSERVED SMALL LEAK AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT IN THE FRONT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      FOUND DIRT AND OLD FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR UNDERNEATH THE DRY STORAGE SHELVING IN THE REAR PREP ROOM AND NEXT TO THE AC UNIT (ESPECIALLY ALONG THE WALL BASES) IN THE DISH ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

  5. Jun 16, 2023 Short Form Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

      OBSERVED NO SOAP AT HAND WASHING SINK IN REAR PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE SOAP AT HAND WASHING SINK AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED. EMPLOYEE REPLENISHED SOAP DISPENSER.

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

      OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AT HAND WASHING SINK AT DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). SEE ABOVE FOR CITATION. EMPLOYEE PROVIDED PAPER TOWELS AT HAND SINK DURING INSPECTION.

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      6-201.11-- INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS ALONG WALLS OF ESTABLISHMENT.

    • Severity not stated

      ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

      2-102.13--OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE FOR CURRENT EMPLOYEES.

    • Severity not stated

      ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

      2-102.13--OBSERVED EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS.

  6. May 15, 2023 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS ALONG WALLS OF ESTABLISHMENT.

    • Severity not stated

      ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

      OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE FOR CURRENT EMPLOYEES.

    • Severity not stated

      ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

      OBSERVED EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS.

  7. Sep 16, 2022 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

    Result: Pass.

  8. Sep 9, 2022 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
    • Serious Priority

      PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

      FOUND COLD TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES IN THE 2-DOOR PREP COOLER. RAW BEEF, PICO DE GALLO, AND COOKED PORK FOUND AT TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 46F TO 50F. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD AND DENATURE SAID TCS FOODS AND ALWAYS MAINTAIN ALL COLD HOLDING TCS FOODS AT OR BELOW 41F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. FOOD DISCARDED.

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

      OBSERVED A LARGE CONTAINER OF TCS FOOD (SEAFOOD SOUP) HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS NOT DATE MARKED TO INDICATE THE DATE IN WHICH THE FOOD MUST BE DISCARDED OR CONSUMED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DATE MARK ALL READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24 HOURS; FOOD DISCARDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. FOOD DISCARDED.

    • Severity not stated

      NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

      FOUND HEAVY OLD FOOD SPILLS AND DEBRIS INSIDE THE "COLD BEVERAGES" COOLER IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      FOUND NO BASE COVING IN THE REAR DISH AND PREP ROOM. MUST PROVIDE BASE COVING ALONG THE WALL BASES IN THE REAR DISHWASHING ROOM AND INSIDE THE REAR PREP ROOM, AND MAINTAIN.

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      FOUND HEAVY DIRT AND OLD FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR UNDERNEATH THE DRY STORAGE SHELVING IN THE REAR PREP ROOM AND NEXT TO THE AC UNIT (ESPECIALLY ALONG THE WALL BASES) IN THE DISH ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

      PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM 6/2/2022 REPORT #2556669 NOT CORRECTED: VIOLATION #47 (4-501.11) FOUND TORN GASKETS INSIDE THE 2-DOOR PREP COOLER IN THE FRONT COOKS LINE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR BROKEN GASKETS AND MAINTAIN. VIOLATION #47 (4-101.19) OBSERVED RUST ON THE METAL SHELVES INSIDE THE 2-DOOR RAETONE COOLER IN THE REAR PREP ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAINT OR REPLACE THE RUSTED WIRE STORAGE SHELVES. VIOLATION #58 (6-303.11) FOUND BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS INSIDE THE DISH ROOM AND THE REAR PREP ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE BURNED OUT BULBS TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING. MUST CORRECT PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

  9. Jun 2, 2022 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Severity not stated

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

      FOUND TORN GASKETS INSIDE THE 2-DOOR PREP COOLER IN THE FRONT COOKS LINE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR BROKEN GASKETS AND MAINTAIN.

    • Severity not stated

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

      OBSERVED RUST ON THE METAL SHELVES INSIDE THE 2-DOOR RAETONE COOLER IN THE REAR PREP ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAINT OR REPLACE THE RUSTED WIRE STORAGE SHELVES.

    • Severity not stated

      ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

      FOUND BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS INSIDE THE DISH ROOM AND THE REAR PREP ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE BURNED OUT BULBS TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING.

  10. May 4, 2022 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
    • Severity not stated

      ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

      OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGN AT THE REAR PREP ROOM HANDWASHING SINK. MUST PROVIDE.

    • Severity not stated

      INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

      OBSERVED A 1/4 INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR. MUST RODENT PROOF SAID DOOR AND MAKE TIGHT FITTING.

    • Severity not stated

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

      OBSERVED RUST ON THE METAL SHELVES INSIDE THE 2-DOOR RAETONE COOLER IN THE REAR PREP ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAINT OR REPLACE THE RUSTED WIRE STORAGE SHELVES.

    • Severity not stated

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

      FOUND TORN GASKETS INSIDE THE 2-DOOR PREP COOLER IN THE FRONT COOKS LINE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR BROKEN GASKETS AND MAINTAIN.

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

      FOUND THE PUBLIC RESTROOM ACCESSIBLE IN THE WAREWASHING ROOM WITHOUT ANY SEPARATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT RESTROOMS FOR PUBLIC USE CANNOT BE LOCATED IN A WAREWASHING AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      FOUND HEAVY DIRT AND OLD FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR UNDERNEATH THE DRY STORAGE SHELVING IN THE REAR PREP ROOM AND BEHIND THE AC UNIT IN THE DISH ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

    • Severity not stated

      ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

      FOUND BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS INSIDE THE DISH ROOM AND THE REAR PREP ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE BURNED OUT BULBS TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING.

  11. Apr 14, 2021 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Severity not stated

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

      OBSERVED RUSTY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING IN REAR STORAGE ROOMS. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE SHELVING.

    • Severity not stated

      ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

      OBSERVED NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES WHO DO NOT HAVE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE.

    • Severity not stated

      ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

      OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THIS CERTIFICATE.

  12. Apr 6, 2021 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

      OBSERVED NO HAND SINK IN THE REAR DISH WASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL HAND WASHING SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER, EQUIPPED WITH SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS NEXT TO THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.

    • Severity not stated

      FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

      MUST PROPERLY LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER.

    • Severity not stated

      CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

      MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE KITCHEN/DISH HAND WASHING SINK BETWEEN THE SINK AND PREP COOLER. MUST PROVIDE SPLASH GUARD IN THE REAR PREP HAND WASHING SINK BERWEEN THE SINK AND PREP TABLE.

    • Severity not stated

      WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

      OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLES AND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.

    • Severity not stated

      IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

      OBSERVED ICE SCOOPS STORED ON TOP OF ICE MACHINE IN REAR PREP AREA. MUST PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOPS IN A CLEAN CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.

    • Severity not stated

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

      OBSERVED RUSTY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING IN REAR STORAGE ROOMS. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE SHELVING.

    • Severity not stated

      ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

      OBSERVED NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES WHO DO NOT HAVE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE.

    • Severity not stated

      ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

      OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THIS CERTIFICATE

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

      PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#2367112 FROM 04/13/2020. 10 OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND SINKS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN SIGNAGE FOR ALL HAND SINKS IN PREP AREAS AND IN WASH ROOM. 38 OBSERVED REAR EXIT DOOR WITH BROKEN WEATHERSTRIP 1/4" INCH GAP AT LEFT BOTTOM OF MENTIONED DOOR.MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. 47 OBSERVED A TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE REFRIGERATOR NEXT TO ICE MAKER AT REAR FOOD PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKET. 53 OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE PROVIDED IN THE WASHROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN THE WASHROOM. 55 OBSERVED REAR STORAGE TOOL ROOM WITH CLUTTER,BOXES,ETC.MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090.

  13. Apr 20, 2020 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
    • Severity not stated

      ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

      OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND SINKS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN SIGNAGE FOR ALL HAND SINKS IN PREP AREAS AND IN WASH ROOM.

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

      OBSERVED NO HAND SINK IN THE REAR DISH WASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL HAND WASHING SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER, EQUIPPED WITH SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS NEXT TO THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C),NO CITATION ISSUED.

    • Severity not stated

      INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

      OBSERVED REAR EXIT DOOR WITH BROKEN WEATHERSTRIP 1/4" INCH GAP AT LEFT BOTTOM OF MENTIONED DOOR.MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.

    • Severity not stated

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

      OBSERVED A TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE REFRIGERATOR NEXT TO ICE MAKER AT REAR FOOD PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKET.

    • Severity not stated

      TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

      OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE PROVIDED IN THE WASHROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN THE WASHROOM.

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      OBSERVED REAR STORAGE TOOL ROOM WITH CLUTTER,BOXES,ETC.MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.

    • Severity not stated

      ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

      INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN KITCHEN EXHAUST HOOD/FILTERS TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF GREASE DEBRIS AND TO MAINTAIN.

  14. Apr 13, 2020 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
    • Severity not stated

      ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

      OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND SINKS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN SIGNAGE FOR ALL HAND SINKS IN PREP AREAS AND IN WASH ROOM.

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

      OBSERVED NO HAND SINK IN THE REAR DISH WASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL HAND WASHING SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER, EQUIPPED WITH SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS NEXT TO THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C),NO CITATION ISSUED.

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

      OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU FOR RAW OR UNDER COOKED FOODS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE AND DESCRIBE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDER COOKED AND LINK THOSE ITEMS TO A REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED.

    • Severity not stated

      INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

      OBSERVED REAR EXIT DOOR WITH BROKEN WEATHERSTRIP 1/4" INCH GAP AT LEFT BOTTOM OF MENTIONED DOOR.MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.

    • Severity not stated

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

      OBSERVED A TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE REFRIGERATOR NEXT TO ICE MAKER AT REAR FOOD PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKET.

    • Severity not stated

      TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

      OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE PROVIDED IN THE WASHROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN THE WASHROOM.

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      OBSERVED REAR STORAGE TOOL ROOM WITH CLUTTER,BOXES,ETC.MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.

    • Severity not stated

      ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

      INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN KITCHEN EXHAUST HOOD/FILTERS TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF GREASE DEBRIS AND TO MAINTAIN.

  15. Jun 25, 2019 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Priority Foundation

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

      2-102.14(O) OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

      2-501.11 OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURE AND SUPPLIES ON THE PREMISES TO RESPOND TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BOTH. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

      3-603.11 OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU FOR RAW OR UNDERCOOKED FOODS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE AND DESCRIBE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED AND LINK THOSE ITEMS TO A REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

    • Severity not stated

      TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

      5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE PROVIDED IN THE WASHROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN THE WASHROOM.

  16. Jun 18, 2019 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Priority Foundation

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

      OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

      OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURE AND SUPPLIES ON THE PREMISES TO RESPOND TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BOTH. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

    • Severity not stated

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

      OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE PREPARE FOOD AND PUT IT ON A PLATE AND THEN USE THEIR FINGER TO CLEAN SOME FOOD OFF OF THE EDGE OF THE PLATE AND THEN PUT SHREDDED CHEESE ON THE PLATE WITH THEIR BARE HANDS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT NO BARE HAND CONTACT IS ALLOWED WITH READY-TO-EAT FOOD. PRIORITY 7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.

    • Severity not stated

      PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

      OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLERS. OBSERVED PORK AT 47.9F, SHRIMP AT 46.6F. ALSO OBSERVED SHELL EGGS SITTING ON THE FRONT COUNTER AT 63.6F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 15# OF FOOD WORTH $75. PRIORITY 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

      OBSERVED READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24 HOURS NOT DATE MARKED TO INDICATE THE DATE IN WHICH THE FOOD MUST BE CONSUMED OR DISCARDED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DATE MARK ALL READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

      OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU FOR RAW OR UNDERCOOKED FOODS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE AND DESCRIBE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED AND LINK THOSE ITEMS TO A REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

    • Not serious Priority Foundation

      INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

      OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 40 LIVE SMALL FLIES ON THE WALLS AND ON STOCK AND EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREAS. ALSO OBSERVED ONE LIVE COCKROACH ON THE WALL BEHIND THE COOLING ICE BATH. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY IN THESE AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

    • Severity not stated

      TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

      OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE PROVIDED IN THE WASHROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN THE WASHROOM.

    • Severity not stated

      PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

      CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE WALLS OF THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA WITH FOOD DEBRIS ON THEM.

    • Severity not stated

      ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

      OBSERVED END CAPS MISSING FROM THE LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.

    • Severity not stated

      ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

      OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS.

  17. Feb 22, 2018 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

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

      OBSERVED 3-COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET BASE IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

  18. Feb 16, 2018 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

      OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 25 RAT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR BEHIND FOOD PREP TABLE AND AT CORNER UNDER THE FRONT COUNTER TABLE WHERE COFFEE MACHINE STORED LOCATED AT FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS AND PROVIDE ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. SERIOUS VIOLATION: 7-38-020

    • Not serious Minor

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

      OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS WITH ACCUMULATED GREASE ON FLOOR UNDER THE HOT HOLDING TABLE AND UNDER THE FOOD PREP TABLE LOCATED AT FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED MISSING COVING WITH GAPS AND CREVICES ON FLOOR BEHIND FREEZER OR COOKING EQUIPMENT LOCATED AT REAR FOOD PREP AREA/DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/SEAL AND MAINTAIN.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      OBSERVED HOLDS ON WALL AROUND ELECTRIC OUTLET BEHIND FOOD PREP TABLE LOCATED AT FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/SEAL AND MAINTAIN.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      OBSERVED 3-COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET BASE IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

    • Not serious Minor

      FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

      OBSERVED ICE SCOOPS ARE IMPROPERLY STORED AT FRONT FOOD PREP AREA AND REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER CONTAINERS TO STORE ICE SCOOPS.

  19. May 26, 2017 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

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

      MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON 2- DOOR PREP COOLER.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR UNDER AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE CEILING ABOVE FRONT REACH IN FREEZER,MISSING WALL BASES IN REAR PREP AREA.MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM CEILING FANS.

    • Not serious Minor

      LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

      MUST PROVIDE SHATTER PROOF BULBS IN FRONT PREP AREA.

  20. May 19, 2017 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
    • Serious Critical

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

      OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS SUCH AS 25LBS. COOKED BEEF 50.0F,20LBS. COOKED VEGETABLES 48.6F,2LBS. COOKED PORK 58.9F,1LB. COOKED STEAK 76.2F,5LBS. COOKED STOMACHE 86.4F,20LBS. COOKED PORK 48.7F.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 40.0F OR BELOW AND HOT HOLDING FOODS AT 140.0F OR ABOVE. APPX. 73LBS. $210. (CRITICAL 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 EVIDENCE OF APPX. 30 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND PREMISES AND IN A CONTAINER OF ONIONS AND ON BANANAS,WALLS AND CEILING THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS,DISH WASHING AREA.ALSO FRONT DOOR HAS A APPX."1" GAP ALONG BOTTOM.MUST RODENT PROOF DOOR.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 5/19/17.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)

    • Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)

      PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

      PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION FROM REPORT # 1976501 12/5/16 #45-STILL NO IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET FOR EMPLOYEES.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.(SERIOUS 7-42-090)

    • Not serious Minor

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

      MUST REMOVE FOIL FROM LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLE AND OVER HEAD SHELVING UNITS IN FRONT PREP AREA.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLE.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON 2- DOOR PREP COOLER.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM GRILL & PREP TABLES,STEAM TABLE,FRYER CABINET.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR UNDER AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE CEILING ABOVE FRONT REACH IN FREEZER,MISSING WALL BASES IN REAR PREP AREA.MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM CEILING FANS AND FILTERS.

    • Not serious Minor

      LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

      MUST PROVIDE SHATTER PROOF BULBS IN FRONT PREP AREA.

    • Not serious Minor

      REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

      MUST PROVIDE PROBE THERMOMETERS FOR FOOD TEMPS AND REFRIGERATORS.

    • Not serious Minor

      PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

      MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE CLUTTER IN BOTH REAR AREA CLOSETS.

  21. Dec 5, 2016 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)

      PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

      PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION #45 NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT 1763283 DATED 4/20/2016 CORRECT BY DATE 7/20/2016. SERIOUS VIOLATION.7-42-090.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE, ALL FOODHANDLER MUST BE IN COMPIANCE WITH THE IDPH'S FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      OBSERVED RUSTY STORAGE TABLE IN REAR WITH FOIL ON TOP, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FOIL AND REMOVE RUST. ALSO SEAL THE RAW WOOD REAR PREP/STORAGE AREA.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      OBSERVED THE REAR BEEF UPRIGHT COOLER INTERIOR, MICROWAVE NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALSO FRONT 2 DOOR COOLER INTERIOR. ALSO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE #10 CAN OPENER.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      OBSERVED THE FLOOR IN THE REAR ELECTRICAL ROOM NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      OBSERVED THE 3RD COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LEAKING AT LOWER PIPE, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.

    • Not serious Minor

      PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

      OBSERVED CLUTTER IN REAR ELECTRICAL ROOM, INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE AND CLEAN.

  22. Apr 20, 2016 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

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

      OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN GROCERY BAGS IN THE REAR FREEZER, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS, OR FOOD GRADE BAGGIES/ZIPLOC. ALSO REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM REAR COOLERS, AND FREEZERS, AND REMOVE FOIL FROM COOKING AREA/REAR STORAGE SHELVES.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      OBSERVED FRONT UPRIGHT FREEZER NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST AND CLEAN. ALSO CLEAN ALL COOLER DOOR RUNNERS, FRONT FLAT GRILL, AND INTERIOR FRYER DOOR.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      OBSERVED REAR FLOOR PAINT PEELING, INSTRUCTED TO RE-SEAL/OR TILE. ALSO CLEAN FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      OBSERVED WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES , INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE. ALSO CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS. CLEAN WALL/RECAULK BEHIND REAR 3 COMP. SINK.

    • Not serious Minor

      FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

      OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES AT THIS TIME, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. GIVEN COPY OF IDPH'S FOOD HANDLER INFO. AT THIS TIME.

  23. Jul 14, 2015 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

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

      FOUND INTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLERS NOT CLEAN. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE.

    • Not serious Minor

      LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

      FOUND MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS/END CAPS INSIDE REACH IN COOLERS AND REAR KITCHEN FIXTURE. MUST PROVIDE.

  24. Mar 19, 2014 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

      FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

      Found some food items not properly dated in coolers, and reach in freezer, must properly date food items in coolers, and reach in freezer.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      Cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      Non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Prep table lower shelving not clean, needs detailed cleaning, rear storage shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).

    • Not serious Minor

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

      Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floors in rear prep area, rear storage areas under shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).

    • Not serious Minor

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

      Ceiling in front kitchen prep area had peeling paint, shall be repaired/sealed, walls in bathroom that had peeling paint/exposed plaster, shall be repaired/sealed. Damaged/stained ceiling tiles by front counter, dining area, shall be repaired/replaced. Walls in bathroom not clean, need cleaning.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      Exhaust canopy not clean, needs cleaning, exhaust vents(ventilation) in coolers, dining area, and bathroom not clean, need cleaning(detailed).

  25. May 16, 2013 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

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

      MUST PROVIDE HANDLES TO REACH-IN COOLER DOORS

    • Not serious Minor

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

      MUST CLEAN VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT,

  26. May 8, 2013 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
    • Serious Critical

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

      OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS BEING STORED INSIDE REACH-IN COOLER NOT AT PROPER FOOD TEMP., FOODS READING, 15 LBS OF COOKED PREPARED RICE, COOKED THE PREVIOUS DAY AT 49.1-50.9'F, AND 10 LBS OF COOKED PORK AT 49.9'F, ALL PRODUCT DUMPED AND DENATURED AT A COST OF ABOUT $100, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN COLD FOODS 40.'F, AND BELOW, CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-005(A)

    • Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)

      PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

      CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE ON PREVIOUS ORDERS ISSUED, 08/06/2012 FOR VIOLATIONS LISTED BELOW: 30 Foods inside coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers. 32 Shelves inside rear 2 door cooler rusted. Instructed to remove rust and apply non-toxic sealant to surface. 33 Exterior between cooking equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize. 34 Floors behind equipment and basement not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily. 35 Wall above three compartment sink not maintained. Instructed to repaint wall. 36 Light bulb under exhaust hood not shielded. Instructed to shield bulb with end caps or install shatter-proof bulb. 38 Cold water pressure low at front and rear three compartment sink and utility and front exposed handsink. Instructed to increase water pressure. 41 Unnecessary articles stored in basement and unused equipment on premises. Instructed to remove all unsed articles or repair and remove all unnecessary equipment in basement. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-42-090

    • Not serious Minor

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

      MUST PROVIDE LIDS/COVERS FOR ALL BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS, AND PROVIDE HANDLES TO REACH-IN COOLER DOORS

    • Not serious Minor

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

      MUST CLEAN VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS, AND INSIDE DOOR OF ICE MACHINE

    • Not serious Minor

      TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS

      MUST PROVIDE STORAGE SPACE FOR EMPLOYEES BELONGINGS TO BE STORED IN ONE DESIGNATED AREA, NICE AND NEATLY, RESTRICT STORING ON TOP OF FOOD PRODUCT,

  27. Aug 6, 2012 License · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
    • Not serious Minor

      FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

      Foods inside coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      Shelves inside rear 2 door cooler rusted. Instructed to remove rust and apply non-toxic sealant to surface.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      Exterior between cooking equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      Floors behind equipment and basement not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      Wall above three compartment sink not maintained. Instructed to repaint wall.

    • Not serious Minor

      LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

      Light bulb under exhaust hood not shielded. Instructed to shield bulb with end caps or install shatter-proof bulb.

    • Not serious Minor

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

      Cold water pressure low at front and rear three compartment sink and utility and front exposed handsink. Instructed to increase water pressure.

    • Not serious Minor

      REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

      Thermometer not provided inside prep and 2-door cooler. Instructed to have thermometer conspicuous inside cooler.

    • Not serious Minor

      PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

      Unnecessary articles stored in basement and unused equipment on premises. Instructed to remove all unsed articles or repair and remove all unnecessary equipment in basement.

Source: Chicago Department of Public Health. History last read Oct 2, 2026. Violation text is the inspector's wording. “Serious” is the source's own top tier. About this data.