Potash Bros

Year	Inspections	Violations	Serious
2026	2	12	0
2025	1	10	0
2024	2	16	1
2023	1	6	0
2022	2	5	0
2021	1	9	0
2020	2	9	0
2019	1	14	0
2018	1	6	0
2017	1	5	0
2016	3	15	2
2015	3	17	3
2014	2	8	0
2013	1	3	0
2012	5	13	1
2011	1	6	2
2010	2	8	1

Jun 16, 2026 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

OBSERVED THE FAN COVERS IN THE BASEMENT MEAT PREP AREA IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING FROM DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED THE FLOORS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN NEED OF A DETAILED CLEANING: THE FLOOR OF THE KITCHEN PREP WALK IN, IN THE BASEMENT...THE DAIRY WALK IN FLOOR ALONG WALL AND UNDER SHELVING (ICE BUILD UP)...REAR DAIRY WALK IN UNDER SHELVING.
Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BASEMENT PRODUCE AREA WITH A LOOSE AND LEAKING FAUCET. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED THE FLOOR OF THE KITCHEN IN THE BASEMENT AREA IN NEED OF A DETAIL CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED THE HOOD VENTILATION SYSTEM IN NEED OF A DETAIL CLEANING FROM GREASE BUILD UP.

Jan 6, 2026 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED A GAP AND MISSING WEATHER STRIP AT THE REAR DOCK DOOR...OBSERVED WHEN THE GARAGE DOORS ARE CLOSED THERE IS A GAP AND A GAP UNDER THE DOOR LEADING TO THE STREET AT THE 1 EAST DELAWARE SIDE, GAPS APPROX 1/4 INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY ADJUST AND OR REPAIR AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ACTIVITY.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED THE CUTTING BOARD IN THE DELI PREP AREA WITH DEEP CUTTING GROOVES AND STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, NON COOKING EQUIPMENT (SHELVING, DISH WASHING MACHINE) WITH A HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE, DEBRIS AND POSSIBLE FOOD SPLATTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ACTIVITY.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED THE FLOORS AND SHELVING IN THE WALK IN COOLING UNITS IN THE BASEMENT KITCHEN/PRODUCE AREAS AS WELL AS THE DELI WALK IN COOLING UNIT UPSTAIRS WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT, DEBRIS AND FOOD DEBRIS IN ALL AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS.
Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED LEAK AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BASEMENT IN THE PRODUCE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED A PILE OF BOXES ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLING UNIT IN THE BASEMENT COOKING AREA WHERE THE MEAT SLICER IS LOCATED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAR AREA AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE HARBORING SPACE FOR INSECTS AND OR PEST.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED THE FLOORS AND WALLS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN NEED OF A DETAIL CLEANING...THE BASEMENT KITCHEN AREA UNDER AND AROUND ALL COOKING AND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT...THE DELI AREA UNDER AND AROUND ALL SHELVING, COOKING AND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS.

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

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

OBSERVED THE FLOOR OF THE MEAT WALK IN COOLER WITH A BUILD UP OF DRIED BLOOD STAINS ON THE FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND THE SHELVING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS AND OTHER SMALL DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR OF THE WALK IN COOLING UNIT UP STAIRS IN THE KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS DOWN STAIRS AND UP STAIRS WITH A BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD SPILLAGE ON THE SIDES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREAS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ACTIVITY.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED A HOLE IN WALL UNDER THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE MAIN UP STAIRS KITCHEN AREA NEXT TO THE WALK IN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ENTERING.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF DIRT, GREASE, DEBRIS AND POSSIBLE FOOD SPLATTER ON THE WALL BEHIND THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE LOWER KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA FLOOR UNDER ALL EQUIP AND ALONG THE WALLS.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF BROKEN GLASS ON THE FLOOR BEHIND THE SHELVING OF THE WALK IN LIQUOR ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF FOOD DIRT AND DARK STAINS ON FLOOR OF PRODUCE COOLER FLOOR. ALSO OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF DIRT, DEBRIS AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR OF THE DAIRY COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED THE LIGHTS OVER THE HAND WASHING STATIONS IN THE WOMENS TOILET ROOM OUT AND NOT WORKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED A BUILD UP DUST AND GREASE ON THE FOOD VENTILATION SYSTEMS IN BOTH FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF DUST ON THE FANS OF THE WALK IN COOLING UNITS AS WELL AS THE VENTS OVER HEAD IN PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL DUST FROM VENTS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF FOODS AND FOOD CONTACT SURFACES.

Mar 18, 2024 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

6-202.15: OBSERVED OPENINGS AT BASE OF LEFT SIDE OF DOCK DOOR AND OPENING IN MIDDLE AT BASE OF DOUBLE ENTRANCE OUTER DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE.
Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

6-501.19: OBSERVED NO SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON SECOND FLOOR UNISEX EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON SECOND FLOOR UNISEX EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.12: OBSERVED ICE BUILDUP AT BASE OF WESTSIDE WALL IN BASEMENT DAIRY WALK IN COOLER AND AT BASE OF SOUTHSIDE WALL AND ON FRONT AND REAR OF CONDENSOR IN WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE IN SAID PLACES AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

6-501.14: OBSERVED BLACK BUILDUP ON EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR OF HOOD AND FILTERS IN BASEMENT KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR OF HOOD AND FILTERS IN BASEMENT KITCHEN. OBSERVED DUST ON INTERIOR OF HOOD AND FILTER IN 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA ABOVE OVEN IN BAKERY/DELI AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

6-303.11: OBSERVED NON WORKING OR MISSING LIGHT BULBS IN BASEMENT WALKIN COOLER, WOMEN'S WASHROOM, BASEMENT MEAT PREP ROOM, AND BASEMENT MEAT WALKIN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL NON WORKING OR MISSING LIGHT BULBS IN SAID AREAS.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

6-202.11: OBSERVED DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN PRODUCE PREP AREA IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN PRODUCE PREP AREA.

Mar 11, 2024 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Serious Priority Corrected on site
PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED HOT TCS FOOD SALISBURY STEAK HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 117.3F. INSTRUCTED ALL HOT TCS FOODS MUST BE HELD AT 135F OR ABOVE. CORRECTED ON SITE SALISBURY STEAK REMOVED SELF SERVICE VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED BY MANAGER($11.00/WEIGHING 5LBS) PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

OBSERVED CONTAINER OF SEASONED SALT NOT LABELED WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD WHEN NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS.
Not serious Priority Foundation
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 40 RAT DROPPINGS IN CORNER NEXT TO DOCK DOOR ON RIGHT AND OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 10 SMALL FLIES IN 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE RAT ACTIVITY, REMOVE RAT DROPPINGS, CLEAN AFFECTED AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE SMALL FLY ACTIVITY IN 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA (NEAR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND PROOFER) AND CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMENDED PEST CONTROL SERVICE FACILITY ON OR AFTER 3/11/2024. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED OPENINGS AT BASE OF LEFT SIDE OF DOCK DOOR AND OPENING IN MIDDLE AT BASE OF DOUBLE ENTRANCE OUTER DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED RUST ON SHELVES IN SMALL WALK IN COOLER NEXT TO KITCHEN IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST OR REPLACE SHELVING NON FOOD CONTACT SURFACES OF EQUIPMENT SHALL BE CONSTRUCTED OF CORRISON RESISTANT, NONABSORBENT AND SMOOTH MATERIAL FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.
Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

OBSERVED NO SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON SECOND FLOOR UNISEX EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON SECOND FLOOR UNISEX EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED BLACK BUILDUP ON WALL AROUND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN MEAT PREP AREA IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN WALL AROUND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN MEAT PREP AREA IN BASEMENT. OBSERVED ICE BUILDUP AT BASE OF WESTSIDE WALL IN BASEMENT DAIRY WALK IN COOLER AND AT BASE OF SOUTHSIDE WALL AND ON FRONT AND REAR OF CONDENSOR IN WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE IN SAID PLACES AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED BLACK BUILDUP ON EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR OF HOOD AND FILTERS IN BASEMENT KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR OF HOOD AND FILTERS IN BASEMENT KITCHEN. OBSERVED DUST ON INTERIOR OF HOOD AND FILTER IN 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA ABOVE OVEN IN BAKERY/DELI AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN PRODUCE PREP AREA IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN PRODUCE PREP AREA.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVD NON WORKING OR MISSING LIGHT BULBS IN BASEMENT WALKIN COOLER, WOMEN'S WASHROOM, BASEMENT MEAT PREP ROOM, AND BASEMENT MEAT WALKIN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL NON WORKING OR MISSING LIGHT BULBS IN SAID AREAS.

Nov 29, 2023 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED CHLORINE SANITIZER CONCENTRATION MEASURED AT 0PPM AT DELI DISH MACHINE ON FIRST FLOOR AND BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN IT AT PROPER CONCENTRATION. UNIT WAS TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION. ECO-LAB REP ARRIVED ON SITE AND REPAIRED BOTH DISH MACHINES. PRIORITY 7-38-025 CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED

FROZEN RAW FISH HAS BEEN THAWED WHILE STILL WRAPPED IN COMMERCIAL REDUCED OXYGEN PACKAGING (ROP). PACKAGING MUST BE REMOVED FROM FISH IN ROP PRIOR TO THAWING UNDER REFRIGERATION OR RUNNING WATER.
Severity not stated
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

PREPACKAGED PREPARED FOODS STORED IN THE REACH IN OF THE BUFFET CASE DOES NOT HAVE AN ADDRESS LISTED ON LABELS. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE.
Severity not stated
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

INSECT CONTROL DEVICE (WHITE AND BLUE RECTANGLE HANGERS) STORED AROUND THE DELI AND BASEMENT PREP AREA, ABOVE/NEXT TO VEGETABLE STORAGE IN AISLE AND BASEMENT. DEVICES SHALL BE INSTALLED SO THAT: 1)THEY ARE NOT OVER FOOD PREPARATION AREAS, 2) DEAD INSECTS OR INSECT PARTS DO NOT FALL ONTO EXPOSED FOOD, EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, OR SINGLE SERVICE ITEMS.
Severity not stated
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

SINGLE USE PLASTIC CUPS WITHOUT A HANDLE USED AS SCOOPS FOR ALL DRY SEASONINGS. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE SCOOPS WITH HANDLES.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED CEILING AND FAN GUARDS IN ALL WALK-IN COOLERS HEAVILY SOILED WITH DUST ACCUMILATION. FACILITY MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Apr 12, 2022 Short Form Complaint · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Result: Pass.

Mar 14, 2022 Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Priority Foundation
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO SOAP AT EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED IN MEAT PREP ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN SOAP AT ALL EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT EXPOSED SINKS LOCATED IN KITCHEN AND PRODUCE DEPARTMENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
Severity not stated
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

OBSERVED BOXES OF LIQUOR STORED ON FLOOR IN LIQUOR STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ALL BOXES AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR TO ALLOW PROPER CLEANING.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED 2 CUTTING BOARDS IN PRODUCE DEPARTMENT COVERED IN DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH, CLEANABLE CUTTING SURFACES.
Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED STEADY LEAK AT EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN MEAT PREP ROOM, 1 OF 2 SINKS NOT WORKING IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM, AND 1 TOILET IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM NOT WORKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.

Mar 29, 2021 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Priority Foundation
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

MUST PROVIDE INGREDIENT LABELS, INCLUDING ALLERGEN INFORMATION, ON GRAB-N-GO PACKAGED FOOD STORED IN COOLER ON SALES FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER LABELS AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN BASEMENT PREP AREA, WITH COMMON FOOD NAMES (FLOUR, SUGAR ) WHEN FOOD IS REMOVED FROM ORIGINAL PACKAGING. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

FOUND BROKEN DOOR GASKETS ON MULTIPLE COOLING UNITS (WALKIN-IN & PREP) INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

MUST DETAIL CLEAN LOOSE FOOD DEBRIS FROM LOWER SHELVES ON PREP TABLE IN BASEMENT PREP AREA. ALSO, REMOVE THE RUST FROM THE STORAGE RACKS IN THE BASEMENT WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

MUST REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET BASE ON 3-COMP SINK IN BASEMENT PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST DETAIL CLEAN DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOORS IN ALL WALK-IN COOLERS & FREEZERS, UNDER AND BEHIND HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN HOT FOOD AND MEAT PREP AREAS, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST DETAIL CLEAN EXCESSIVE DUST ACCUMULATION FROM CEILING VENT COVERS THROUGHOUT HOT FOOD PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT HOT FOODS PREP AREA, SURFACE BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

MUST DETAIL CLEAN GREASE ACCUMULATION FROM HOOD FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

May 13, 2020 Short Form Complaint · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLES PROVIDED AT THE UNISEX WASHROOM LOCATED IN THE 2ND FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ITEMS IN BASEMENT AND REAR STORAGE AREAS IN THE 1ST FLOOR. MUST REMOVE CLUTTER CLEAN AND ORGANIZE AREAS TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED ACCUMULATION OF DUST BUILD UP ON CEILING VENTILATION VENTS IN 1ST FLOOR FOOD PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

Mar 23, 2020 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Priority Foundation
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING DEVICES AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN CUTTING PREP AREA LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT. PAPER TOWELS WERE PROVIDED DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PAPER TOWELS AT ALL HAND SINKS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030. NO CITATION ISSUED.
Not serious Priority Foundation
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

OBSERVED TCS FOODS HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS WITH OUT DISCARD DATE INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE DISCARD DATE FOR ANY TCS FOODS HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION.7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLES PROVIDED AT THE UNISEX WASHROOM LOCATED IN THE 2ND FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ITEMS IN BASEMENT AND REAR STORAGE AREAS IN THE 1ST FLOOR. MUST REMOVE CLUTTER CLEAN AND ORGANIZE AREAS TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED ACCUMULATION OF DUST BUILD UP ON CEILING VENTILATION VENTS IN 1ST FLOOR FOOD PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Priority Foundation
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 3/19/19 REPORT# 2279596. 49. OBSERVED FOOD SHELVING NEXT TO WALK IN COOLER LOCATED IN MAIN KITCHEN STORAGE (BASEMENT) WITH FOOD DEBRIS . INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. 55.OBSERVED FLOORS & CEILINGS FILLED WITH FOOD DEBRIS, GREASE, AND DUST IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS : DELI WALK IN COOLER, MAIN KITCHEN COOLER , MAIN KITCHEN(BASEMENT) CORNER NEXT TO LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE, WALK IN COOLER (BASEMENT), WALK IN FREEZER (BASEMENT) DELI PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. 56. OBSERVED HOOD IN DELI & MAIN KITCHEN (BASEMENT) WITH GREASE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. - PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 NO CITATION ISSUED.

Mar 19, 2019 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

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

OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY THAT INCLUDES A SIGNED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FROM EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7.38.010.NO CITATION ISSUED.
Not serious Priority Foundation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

OBSERVED NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE OR CLEAN UP KIT ON SITE. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE PROCEDURES FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW WHEN RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
Not serious Priority Foundation
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK BLOCKED WITH PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS MAKE HAND WASHING SINK ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES TO ALLOW FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. MANAGER MOVES PREP TABLE AT TIME OF INSPECTION SO THAT HAND WASHING SINK IS ACCESSIBLE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-030(C).CITATION ISSUED .
Severity not stated
TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, & USED
Severity not stated
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS (CHOCOLATE CAKE , BUTTER COOKIES, TIRAMUSI CAKE , CHICKEN DINNERS, EGG BREAKFAST SANDWICH) PACKAGED WITH OUT INGREDIENT LIST LOCATED IN SELF SERVICE REACH IN COOLER AND HOT HOLDING . ALL PRE PACKAGED FOOD ITEMS MUST CONTAIN : THE COMMON NAME OF THE FOOD, A LIST OF INGREDIENTS AND SUB-INGREDIENTS IN DESCENDING ORDER OF PREDOMINANCE BY WEIGHT, INCLUDING A DECLARATION OF ARTIFICIAL COLORS, ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS AND CHEMICAL PRESERVATIVES, IF CONTAINED IN THE FOOD; AN ACCURATE DECLARATION OF THE NET QUANTITY OF CONTENTS; THE NAME AND PLACE OF BUSINESS OF THE MANUFACTURER, PACKER, OR DISTRIBUTOR; AND THE NAME OF THE FOOD SOURCE FOR EACH MAJOR FOOD ALLERGEN CONTAINED IN THE FOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
Not serious Priority Foundation
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN LABEL FOR CHICKEN AND VEGETABLE DUMPLINGS AND CAKE LOCATED IN BAKERY'S FRIDGE AND THE SELF SERVICE REACH IN COOLER DIRECTLY NEXT TO BAKERY. LABEL INFORMATION SHALL INCLUDE THE NAME OF THE FOOD SOURCE FOR EACH MAJOR FOOD ALLERGEN CONTAINED IN THE FOOD UNLESS THE FOOD SOURCE IS ALREADY PART OF THE COMMON OR USUAL NAME OF THE RESPECTIVE INGREDIENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION . 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

OBSERVED BEER STORED UNDER TARP . TARP HANGS FROM CEILING UNDER WASTE WATER PIPE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE TARP . INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE BEER FROM UNDER WASTE PIPE OR PROVIDE A CASING FOR PIPES. ALSO NOTED SINGLE USE FOOD TRAYS UNDER WASTE WATER PIPE . INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE OR PROVIDE CASING FOR WASTE WATER PIPE.
Severity not stated
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

OBSERVED FOOD ( ITALIAN SAUSAGE, PICKLES, BAGELS, WINE, BREAD ETC.) STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: DELI WALK IN COOLER, MAIN KITCHEN WALK IN COOLER (BASEMENT), WALK IN COOLER (BASEMENT), WALK IN FREEZER (BASEMENT). FOOD SHOULD BE STORED SIX INCHES FROM FLOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED FOOD SHELVING NEXT TO WALK IN COOLER LOCATED IN MAIN KITCHEN STORAGE (BASEMENT) WITH FOOD DEBRIS . INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS & PREP TABLE CUTTING BOARDS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS WORN WITH EXCESSIVE CRACKS THROUGH OUT: MEAT COOLER (BASEMENT), MAIN KITCHEN, PRODUCE PREP ( BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD WORN CUTTING BOARDS AND REPLACE
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED PANINI MACHINE FILLED WITH ENCRUSTED GREASE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED CEILING TILE IN DISREPAIR ( MELTING, MISSING, RUSTED) IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS MAIN KITCHEN ABOVE STOVE, PRODUCE PREP (BASEMENT) ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, AISLE 8 ABOVE REACH IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN, SANITIZE , MAINTAIN AND OR REPLACE.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED FLOORS & CEILINGS FILLED WITH FOOD DEBRIS, GREASE, AND DUST IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS : DELI WALK IN COOLER, MAIN KITCHEN COOLER , MAIN KITCHEN(BASEMENT) CORNER NEXT TO LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE, WALK IN COOLER (BASEMENT), WALK IN FREEZER (BASEMENT) DELI PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED HOOD IN DELI & MAIN KITCHEN (BASEMENT) WITH GREASE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.

Apr 17, 2018 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

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

Observed a wicker basket of macaroons, stored on top of deli counter, for public consumption with no cover and not protected, from contamination. Informed manager that foods must be protected during storage, to prevent contamination. Manager corrected violations during inspection. Manager voluntarily discarded/denatured 1.5lbs of product at a value of $8.00. Serious violation #7-38-005 (A)
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

Observed cardboard liner used on wire shelving racks in dish washing area, in deli area, as well as walking cooler cheese shelving unit. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times. Observed missing stainless steel mushroom cap from vacuum breaker above utility sink, in basements water heater area. Instructed manager to repair and maintain at all times.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

Observed excessive black grease on grill surface of panini pres, in deli prep area. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times. Observed dirt and debris on interior surfaces of hobart steamer in meat/deli department, next to exposed hand sink. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times. Observed excessive black mold like substance embedded in the caulking along utility sink in basements water heater area.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

Observed excessive dirt encrusted on floor drain of dish washing station, in deli area. Observed excessive grease build and food splatter on exterior surface of cement block underneath 3 compartment sink, on floor. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times. Observed missing floor tiles underneath and around 3 compartment sink and dish washer, in deli area. Informed manager that all surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Instructed manager to repair and ensure surface is smooth and easily cleanable. Maintain at all times.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

Observed excessive grease build and dust on hood filters in dish washing deli area. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times. Observed broken and loose 3 prong wall outlet, in meat department next to exposed hand sink. Instructed manager to repair and maintain at all times. Observed dusty fan covers, in meat walk in cooler in basement meat prep area. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times. Observed beverage inventory stored on wire shelving racks, underneath exposed plumping/sewage pipes, in basement storage area. Informed the manager that inventory cannot be stored under exposed pipes. Instructed manager to reorganize area/room in which inventory is stored or encase exposed pipes. Maintain at all times.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

Observed leaking vacuum breaker attachment above utility sink in basement water heater area. Instructed manager to repair and maintain at all times.

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

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

FOUND PREPARED COOKED FOODS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER NOT PROPERLY LABELED.All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. MUST PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

FOUND EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF DUST ACCUMULATION AT ALL DUST FAN GUARD COVERS INSIDE ALL WALK-IN COOLERS(PRODUCE AND MEAT ROOMS) THROUGHOUT THE STORE.MUST CLEAN AND REMOVE.
Not serious Minor
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

FOUND LIGHT FIXTURES ABOVE THE BACON AND DELI MEAT CASES, AT THE ENTIRE PRODUCE REACH-IN COLD HOLDING UNITS AND THE CHEESE REACH-IN COLD HOLDING UNITS WITHOUT LIGHT SHIELD COVERS. MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD COVERS OR SHATTER PROOF BULBS AT ALL ABOVE MENTIONED AREAS.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

FOUND SMALL WATER LEAKS AT PIPES UNDER THE 3-COMP SINK IN THE PRODUCE AREA LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT UNDER THE MIDDLE COMPARTMENT AND THE RIGHT HAND SIDE COMPARTMENT. ALSO FOUND THE COLD WATER FAUCET HANDLE DIFFICULT TO OPEN AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN SAME AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ABOVE STATED 3-COMP SINK AND MAKE COLD WATER FAUCET HANDLE EASIER TO OPEN AND CLOSE.
Not serious Minor
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

FOUND A NON WORKING THERMOMETER AT THE SOUR CREAM REACH-IN REFRIGERATOR. MUST PROVIDE A WORKING THERMOMETER AT ALL TIMES.

Sep 22, 2016 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

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

OBSERVED BACKSTOCK FOOD STORED BELOW EXPOSED SEWER LINES IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO STORE FOOD SO THAT IT IS NOT DIRECTLY BELOW EXPOSED SEWER LINES, OR PROVIDE A GUTTER SYSTEM UNDER THE SEWER LINES.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

OBSERVED RESIDUE ACCUMULATING ON THE HANDLES OF THE SUSHI COOLER. ALSO NOTED ROUGH, SLIMY SUBSTANCE ACCUMULATING ON THE RISER WHERE THE DISH WASHING CHEMICALS ARE STORED IN THE DELI. NOTED A GREENISH SLIME-LIKE SUBSTANCE GROWING UNDER AND ON THE SIDES OF THE PRODUCE SHELVES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THESE AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

OBSERVED GARBAGE AND DEBRIS ACCUMULATING ON THE FLOORS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: UNDER THE SHELVING IN THE WALK IN DELI COOLER, UNDER THE PREP TOP COOLERS IN THE DELI, AND UNDER THE WATER STORAGE PALLETS IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED SUPPLIES, PACKAGING AND OTHER ITEMS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE SUSHI AREA. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

NOTED DUST ACCUMULATION ON THE VENT COVERS ABOVE THE UPSTAIRS 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. OBSERVED OIL AND DUST ACCUMULATION ON THE HOOD, VENT AND PIPES ABOVE THE DELI FRYER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. NOTED SEVERAL WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE BASEMENT FRUIT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE STAINED TILES AND REPAIR ANY LEAKS.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED THAT THE LIGHTS ABOVE THE MISTING PRODUCE SHELVING ARE NOT PROTECTED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS OR SHATTER-PROOF BULBS. NOTED THAT THE EXHAUST FAN IN THE 2ND FLOOR EMPLOYEE RESTROOM IS NOT FUNCTIONING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. OBSERVED A LEAK IN THE CENTER COMPARTMENT WASTE PIPING IN THE BASEMENT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. ALSO NOTED A LEAK AT THE COLD WATER FAUCET OF THE 1ST FLOOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TOR REPAIR THE LEAKS.

May 23, 2016 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

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

CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES MUST BE SANDED/BLEACHED OR REPLACED.GASKET AT THE BASEMENT DAIRY WALK-IN-COOLER IS BROKEN.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF ICE BUILD UP INSIDE THE WALK-IN-FREEZER.

May 19, 2016 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

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

OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES- A LARGE POT OF CHILI FROM THE NIGHT BEFORE HELD INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER AT 56.4F-60.9F.INSTRUCTED MANAGER ALL POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MUST BE HELD AT 40 F OR BELOW IF HELD COLD AT ALL TIMES. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
Serious Critical
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA

OBSERVED EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK INSIDE THE MEAT CUTTING/GRINDING COLD HOLDING ROOM IS NOT MAINTAINED.HAND WASHING FACILITY IS NOT OPERABLE NO HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER AND MISSING HAND PAPERTOWELS DURING THIS INSPECTION.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED

OBSERVED DISH WASHING FACILITIES NOT MAINTAINED OR OPERATED. WHILE RUNNING WATER AND DRAINING IN MIDDLE SIDE OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK,WATER WITH FOOD DEBRIS,COMING UP AT LEFT AND RIGHT COMPARTMENTS OF SINK AND HAS A SPLIT SEAM AT TOP DIVIDER LOCATED IN THE MEAT CUTTING ROOM.ALSO,THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BASEMENT KITCHEN PREP IS NOT MAINTAINED WHILE FILLING WATER IN MIDDLE COMPARTMENT THEN RELEASED WATER WITH FOOD DEBRIS IS COMING BACK UP ON THE RIGHT COMPARTMENT OF THE SINK. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN GREASE TRAP AND DRAIN LINES TO PREVENT INADEQUATE DISPOSAL OF WASTE WATER AND MAINTAIN. MUST WASH-RINSE-SANITIZE MULTI-USE KITCHEN EQUIPMENTS AND UTENSILS IN OTHER OPERABLE 3 COMPARTMENTN SINKS AND DISHMACHINES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
Not serious Minor
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND KITCHEN POTS/PANS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED AND INVERTED TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE(HANDLES-UP).
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES MUST BE SANDED/BLEACHED OR REPLACED.GASKET AT THE BASEMENT DAIRY WALK-IN-COOLER IS BROKEN.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF ICE BUILD UP INSIDE THE WALK-IN-FREEZER.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

THE FOLLOWING REQUIRES A DETAIL CLEANING FAN COVERS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLERS,SIDES OF HOT COOKING EQUIPMENTS IN BASEMENT KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA,INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF DISHMACHINES,SHELVINGS IN FOOD PREP AREAS ETC.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS OF BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREAS AND IN REAR OF REFRIGERATION UNITS NEAR THE DELI AREAS IN NEED FOR A DETAIL CLEANING AND PROVIDE MISSING FLOOR DRAIN COVER IN THE MEAT CUTTING COLD ROOM.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

MISSING CEILING TILE IN PRODUCE PREP AREA AND WALLS AND CEILINGS IN THE BASEMENT KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA ARE NOT CLEAN.ALSO,VENTILATION COVERS AT CEILINGS IN THESE AREAS AND HOODS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENTS HAVE ACCUMULATION OF DUSTS.WALL ABOVE THE MOP SINK AREA IS IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN,REPAIR AND PROVIDE MISSING CEILING TILE AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN THE DRY/UTENSIL STORAGE NEAR THE BASEMENT WALK-IN-COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Oct 2, 2015 Short Form Complaint · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

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

NOTED SLIGHT DISCOLORATION INSIDE UPPER COMPARTMENT OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE.....ALSO NOTED DIRTY SHELVES INSIDE PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER WITH MOLD.....NOTED THICK DIRT AND OLD FOOD DEBRIS BETWEEN CUTTING BOARDS BY THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT THE PRODUCE PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.....MUST CLEAN SHELVES INSIDE ALL DISPLAY PRODUCE FREEZERS.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

NOTED ICE BUILT UP INSIDE DAIRY WALK IN COOLER WITH MOLD, NOTED DIRT AND FOOD PARTICLES ALONG WALL BASE AND UNDERNEATH PALLETS AT THE BASEMENT PRODUCE PREP AREA AND THROUGH OUT THE DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

NOTED STAINED CEILING TILES AT THE BASEMENT PREP AREA AND MISSING PANT AT THE PRODUCE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN,REPAIR AND REPLACE MISSING PANEL....MUST ALSO CLEAN DUSTY FANS INSIDE ALL WALK IN COOLERS.

Aug 17, 2015 Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

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

NOTED EMPLOYEE WASHING CUTTING BOARD AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK OF THE PRODUCE PREP AREA AND NOT SANITIZING. INSTRUCTED TO SET UP THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH WASH RINSE AND SANITIZE WHEN EVER DISHES ARE WASHED. CITATION ISSUED FOR CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-030
Serious Critical
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED

NOTED EXPOSED HAND WASH SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE.NOTED 2 GARBAGE CANS AND A BROOM INSIDE OF HAND WASH SINK AT THE PRODUCE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE THE HAND WASH SINK ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY HAD EMPLOYEES REMOVE THE CANS AND BROOM. CITATION ISSUED FOR CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-030
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

NOTED EMPLOYEE WASHING CUTTING BOARD AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH ONE OF COMPARTMENT SINKS FILLED WITH WATER AND USED FOR WASHING OF VEGETABLE (VEGETABLE SUBMERGED INSIDE WATER). CITATION ISSUED FOR SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

NOTED SLIGHT DISCOLORATION INSIDE UPPER COMPARTMENT OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE.....ALSO NOTED DIRTY SHELVES INSIDE PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER WITH MOLD.....NOTED THICK DIRT AND OLD FOOD DEBRIS BETWEEN CUTTING BOARDS BY THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT THE PRODUCE PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.....MUST CLEAN SHELVES INSIDE ALL DISPLAY PRODUCE FREEZERS.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

NOTED ICE BUILT UP INSIDE DAIRY WALK IN COOLER WITH MOLD, NOTED DIRT AND FOOD PARTICLES ALONG WALL BASE AND UNDERNEATH PALLETS AT THE BASEMENT PRODUCE PREP AREA AND THROUGH OUT THE DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

NOTED STAINED CEILING TILES AT THE BASEMENT PREP AREA AND MISSING PANT AT THE PRODUCE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN,REPAIR AND REPLACE MISSING PANEL....MUST ALSO CLEAN DUSTY FANS INSIDE ALL WALK IN COOLERS.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

NOTED LEAKAGE AT THE FAUCETS OF BASEMENT KITCHEN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK,FIRST FLOOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT THE PREP AND LEAKAGE UNDERNEATH PIPPING OF SAME. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

NOTED DIRTY WASH CLOTHS SCATTERED ON PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL WASH CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION ESPECIALLY WHEN NOT IN USE.

Feb 5, 2015 Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

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

NOTED NO HOT RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY REQUIREMENTS FOR HAND WASH SINK AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS.TEMPERATURES OF HOT WATER AT 2 OF THE HAND WASH SINKS WAS 74.4F AND 75.1F. TEMPERATURES OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS WAS 74F (BASEMENT PREP AREA),74.2F(PRODUCE PREP AREA) AND 83.0F(FIRST FLOOR PREP).MANAGER IMMEDIATELY CALLED THE PLUMBING SERVICE. CITATION ISSUED FOR CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-030
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

NOTED A THICK BLACK, BROWNISH SUBSTANCE THROUGH OUT THE UPPER AND INNER COMPARTMENT OF ICE MACHINE DRIPPING ONTO THE ICE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN,SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY HAD EMPLOYEES START CLEANING THE ICE MACHINE. CITATION ISSUED FOR SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

NOTED RUSTY SHELVES INSIDE MEAT WALK IN COOLER AND ALSO NOTED SHELVES AT SAME LINED WITH CARD BOARD BOXES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN SHELVES,REPAINT WITH NON TOXIC FOOD GRADE PAINT AND REMOVE ALL CARD BOARD BOXES FROM THE SHELVES AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL DISPLAY FREEZERS WITH FROZEN ENTREES AT THE SELLING AREA.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

NOTED STAINED AND DIRTY CEILING TILES WITH HOLES AND OPENINGS AT THE BASEMENT KITCHEN PREP AREA AND MEAT WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, CLEAN AND/OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.ALSO NOTED MULTIPLE HOLES AND OPENINGS ALONG PIPINGS. MUST ALSO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

NOTED AT LEAKING FAUCETS OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. MUST ALSO CLEAN ALL VENTS AT THE DELI MEAT DISPLAY COUNTER AND ON DAIRY DISPLAY COOLER

Aug 22, 2014 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

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

REPLACE THE FLOOR TILES BEHIND THE DELI DISPLAY COOLER CASE AND DELI PREP AREA.
Not serious Minor
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

SEVERAL LIGHT SHIELDS ARE MISSING FROM THE FIXTURES IN THE MEAT CUTTING ROOM. MUST PROVIDE.

Aug 14, 2014 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

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

FOOD NOT PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION DURING PREPARATION. OBSERVED A VACUUM PACKAGING MACHINE IN THE DELI PREP AREA AND VACUUM PACKAGED FISH AND CHICKEN ON THE DISPLAY COOLER SHELVES. NO APPROVED HACCP PROGRAM OBSERVED ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO SUBMIT A HACCP PLAN TO CDPH TO VACUUM PACKAGE FOOD. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

OBSERVED LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN THE DELI PREP AREA AND THE BASEMENT INCLUDING THE SALAD BAR PREP AREA. APPROXIMATELY 40 LIVE FRUIT FLIES WERE OBSERVED IN THESE AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

CLEAN THE DUST FROM THE VENTILATION FILTERS IN THE DELI PREP AREA.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

REPLACE THE FLOOR TILES BEHIND THE DELI DISPLAY COOLER CASE AND DELI PREP AREA.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

REPAIR THE OPENING IN THE WALL OF THE DELI PREP AREA ABOVE THE DEEP FRYER.
Not serious Minor
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

SEVERAL LIGHT SHIELDS ARE MISSING FROM THE FIXTURES IN THE MEAT CUTTING ROOM. MUST PROVIDE.

Sep 30, 2013 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

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

MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE MEAT SLICERS, COUNTER TOP, AND PREP TABLES IN THE DELI/BAKERY AREA TO REMOVE FOOD SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING THROUGH OUT ALL PREP AREA,KITCHENS AND DISH WASHING AREAS. ALSO INSIDE WALK IN COOLER TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
Not serious Minor
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

MUST REPLACE/PROVIDE ALL MISSING END CAPS ON THE LIGHT SHIELDS AT THE FRESH MEAT DISPLAY COOLER.

Dec 7, 2012 Short Form Complaint · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

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

SOME CUTTING BOARDS AT MEAT/FISH SECTION, WITH DEEP/DARK GROOVES MUST BE REPLACED.

Oct 17, 2012 Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

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

(7-38-005A) FOUND THE FOLLOWING FOOD IN THE DELI CASE: SLICED TURKEY AT 46.7-47.5F (9.98-LBS.) & MEATLOAF AT 45.7F (7.19-LBS.) INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY DISPOSE OF SAID PRODUCTS, & MAINTAIN ALL COLD FOODS AT 40F OR LOWER. (VALUE=$152.30)
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

SOME CUTTING BOARDS (AT THE MEAT/FISH SECTION) WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES MUST BE REPLACED.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE & AIR VENTS OF DISPLAY UNITS (SELF-SERVING STATIONS), MUST BE FREE OF DUST/DEBRIS.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

ALL STOCK/SUPPLIES IN THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREAS MUST BE ELEVATED OFF THE FLOOR.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

WALLS AROUND THE OVENS IN THE MEAT/DELI SECTIONS MUST BE KEPT FREE OF DUST OR STAINS.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

ANY MILK CRATES USED FOR DRY OR COLD STORAGE RACKS MUST BE REPLACED WITH REGULAR SHELVINGS, FOR EASY ACCESS TO CLEANING & PEST MONITORING.

Jul 2, 2012 Short Form Complaint · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Result: Pass.

Jun 22, 2012 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Result: Pass.

Jun 15, 2012 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

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

(7-38-020) FOUND SMALL/FRUIT FLY ACTIVITY IN BASEMENT: 21- ON CEILING & PIPES AROUND BOXES OF BANANAS; 8-ON WALLS ABOVE A PREP TABLE; 12-ON BOXES OF PRODUCTS IN STORAGE SHELVES; 9-ON CEILING TILES ABOVE THE SAME PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS & ELIMINATE/MINIMIZE ACTIVITY. ALSO FOUND 16-MICE DROPPINGS ALONG THE WALLS, BEHIND THE VEGE/FRUIT DISPLAY CASE, MUST CLEAN & MONITOR. All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

FOLLOWING NEED CLEANING: EXTERIOR OF DISHMACHINES & ATTACHMENTS UNDER THEM, FILTERS AT ALL HOODS OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, DIAPERS UNDER MILK SHELVES, & INTERIOR FLOORS OF FROZEN PIZZA FREEZER. All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

FLOORS BEHIND COLD DISPLAY UNITS, AROUND GREASE TRAPS, UNDER MEAT COOLER SHELVES & INSIDE DAIRY COOLER MUST BE KEPT CLEAN. The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

ALL WALLS, CEILINGS, PIPES AFFECTED BY INSECT ACTIVITY MUST BE CLEANED/SANITIZED. MISSING CEILING TILES IN BASEMENT PREP AREA MUST BE REPLACED. The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

FOLLOWING PLUMBING ISSUES MUST BE ADDRESSED: FAUCET LEAKS AT HANDSINK BY SUSHI STATION, AT FAUCET SPRAYERS OF TWO 3-COMP. SINK, & AT BOTTOM LEVERS OF DELI 3-COMP. SINK. Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

ALL MILK OR BREAD CRATES USED FOR STORAGE RACKS IN COLD OR DRY STORAGE AREAS MUST BE REPLACED WITH REGULAR SHELVINGS, FOR EASY ACCESS TO CLEANING & PEST MONITORING. All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.

Jan 11, 2011 Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

Serious Critical
SOURCE SOUND CONDITION, NO SPOILAGE, FOODS PROPERLY LABELED, SHELLFISH TAGS IN PLACE

Molluscan shell stock shall be obtained in containers bearing legible source identification tags or labels. NO SHELLFISH IDENTIFICATION TAGS AVAILABLE FOR THE MUSSELS STORED IN THE SEAFOOD CASE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD THE SHELLFISH. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO KEEP THE TAGS WITH THE PRODUCT UNTIL IT IS SOLD AND THEN KEEP FOR AN ADDITIONAL 90 DAYS. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005B
Serious Critical
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING ITEMS AT THE SALAD BAR: EGGS AT 45.6F, COTTAGE CHEESE AT 47.4F, CHICKEN SALAD AT 46.4F, TUNA AT 44.2F, CHICKEN AT 45.3F, CUT FRUIT AT 44.6F, YOGURT AT 45.1F. OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING ITEM AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE INSIDE OF THE BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER: CHILI COOKED ON 1/10/11 AT 52F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 29# AND 4 GALLONS OF FOOD WORTH APPROX. $397. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. OBSERVED THE PRODUCE PREP AREA CUTTING BOARDS STAINED AND SCORED. MUST MAINTAIN A CLEANABLE SURFACE OR REPLACE.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. DETAIL CLEAN THE PANINI PRESS IN THE DELI AREA, INTERIOR OF HOT HOLDING UNIT IN DELI AREA, STORAGE SHELVES IN BASEMENT KITCHEN.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE DELI REAR PREP AREA AND WALLS OF PRODUCE PREP AREA.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

THE MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF THE DELI 3 COMPARTMENT SINK DOES NOT HOLD WATER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE LEVER SINK STOPPER.

Aug 17, 2010 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MUST REPAIR COLD WATER HANDLE AT HAND SINK IN FRESH MEAT PREP AREA.

Aug 5, 2010 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

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

All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. FOUND APPROXIMATELY 11 LBS OF COOKED HAM AND TURKEY BREASTS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN 47.8-50.1 DEGREES F. MUST MAINTAIN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT 40 DEGREES F AND BELOW OR 140 DEGREES F AND ABOVE. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 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

All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. FOUND EVIDENCE OF INSECTS ON SITE. FOUND APPROXIMATELY 15-20 LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AND RESTING ON WALLS AND CEILINGS IN WASHROOMS,PREP AREAS, THE SALES FLOOR,ON 2ND FLOOR AND THROUGHOUT BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE INSECTS, SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE AREAS. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED

All dishwashing machines must be of a type that complies with all requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago and Rules and Regulation of the Board of Health. FOUND DISHWASHING FACILITIES IN POOR REPAIR AND NOT PROPERLY DRAINING. FOUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN DELI PREP AREA BACKING UP WASTE WATER FROM OPEN SITE DRAIN WHEN WATER IS RUNNING IN THE SINK BASIN. MUST REPAIR SO THAT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK PROPERLY DRAINS. SERIOUS CITAION ISSUED 7-38-030.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR TOP PANELS AND RUBBER GASKETS OF BOTH ICE MACHINES AND REMOVE MOLD AND RUST. DETAIL CLEAN WALLS IN PREP AREAS AND REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP. ALSO DETAIL CLEAN TABLE TOP FRYER IN DELI PREP AREA AND REMOVE EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN LIQUOR STORAGE ROOM AND THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS AND REMOVE BROKEN GLASS AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MUST REPAIR COLD WATER HANDLE AT HAND SINK IN FRESH MEAT PREP AREA.
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. REMOVE CLUTTER FROM SIDES OF ICE MACHINES IN BASEMENT AND STORE ALL STOCK ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR.

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