Red Snapper
1418 E 53RD ST, Chicago, IL 60615 · Cook County
Establishment
- Type
- Restaurant (retail food serving meals) (Restaurant)
- Inspected by
- Chicago Department of Public Health
- License / ID
- 2350305
- Status
- Risk 1 (High)
- Official record
- Chicago Department of Public Health inspection reports
Year by year
| Year | Inspections | Violations | Serious |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3 | 10 | 0 |
| 2025 | 3 | 19 | 0 |
| 2024 | 2 | 11 | 2 |
| 2023 | 1 | 6 | 1 |
| 2022 | 3 | 12 | 2 |
| 2021 | 2 | 11 | 0 |
| 2020 | 4 | 24 | 0 |
| 2019 | 2 | 7 | 0 |
| 2018 | 3 | 19 | 0 |
| 2017 | 3 | 16 | 1 |
| 2016 | 3 | 20 | 2 |
| 2015 | 2 | 23 | 3 |
| 2014 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
Inspections
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Sep 10, 2026 Short Form Complaint · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
Result: Pass.
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Sep 8, 2026 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
Result: Pass.
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Aug 31, 2026 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
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Severity not stated
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH VALID CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
OBSERVED NO CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE AND CERTIFICATE POSTED WHEN TCS FOOD (CHICKEN, FISH) PREPARED AND SERVED. A CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
OBSERVED HANDSINK IN PREP AREA NOT STOCKED WITH HAND SOAP. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT HAND SOAP MUST BE AVAILABLE AT HANDSINKS AT ALL TIMES. FOOD HANDLER OBTAINED HAND SOAP FOR HAND SINK DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
"OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELST THE HAND-SINK IN THE PREP AREA. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT PAPER TOWELS MUST BE AVAILABLE AT HAND SINKS AT ALL TIMES. FOOD HANDLER OBTAINED PAPER TOWELS FOR HAND SINK DURING TIME OF INSPECTION PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). SEE ABOVE.
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Severity not stated
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
OBSERVED MISSING HANDWASH SIGN AT REAR DISHWASH PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
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Severity not stated
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
OBSERVED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING THE COMMON NAME OF FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Severity not stated
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES IMPROPERLY STORED ON FLOOR IN EMPLOYEE RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES FROM EMPLOYEE RESTROOM AND ELEVATE SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED BROKEN FAUCET AT ONE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED SOILED MOP HEADS NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HANG MOP HEADS TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2619924 ON 7/1/25 WERE NOT CORRECTED:53- OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO OBSERVED MISSING FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES. ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.PROVIDE. 57-OBSERVED MISSING FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES. ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. 58-OBSERVED MISSING ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED MANAGERS. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Severity not stated
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Jul 8, 2025 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
OBSERVED NO CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE AND CERTIFICATE POSTED WHEN TCS FOOD (CHICKEN, FISH) PREPARED AND SERVED. A CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
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Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
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Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
OBSERVED VENTILATION FAN NOT OPERABLE IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Severity not stated
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
OBSERVED MISSING FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES. ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
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Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
OBSERVED MISSING ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED MANAGERS. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
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Jul 1, 2025 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
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Severity not stated
PROPER EATING, TASTING, DRINKING, OR TOBACCO USE
OBSERVED OPEN CUP OF EMPLOYEE RED BEVERAGE ON REAR PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CLOSED LID CONTAINERS FOR EMPLOYEE BEVERAGES.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS OR SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES AT HAND WASHING SINKS IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED NUMEROUS FLYING INSECTS IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS, LANDING ON PREP TABLES, BARBECUE SAUCE CONTAINERS, CONDIMENTS, ETC. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANTIZE ALL AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED
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Severity not stated
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS NOT COVERED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COVER ALL BULK CONTAINERS TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
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Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED INADEQUATE STOPPERS FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
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Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
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Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
OBSERVED VENTILATION FAN NOT OPERABLE IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Severity not stated
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
OBSERVED MISSING FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES. ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
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Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
OBSERVED MISSING ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED MANAGERS. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Severity not stated
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Mar 17, 2025 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Severity not stated
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
OBSERVED A FEW BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS WITHOUT LABELS. MUST LABEL AND MAINTAIN BULK STORGAE CONTAINERS WITH PRODUCTS NAME.
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Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED THE WALK IN FREEZER WITH ICE BUILD AROUND THE CONDENCES. MUST DEFROST AND MAINTAIN.
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED THE BASE BOARD BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
OBSERVED THE FILTERS AND HOOD ABOVE THE FRYERS DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Severity not stated
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Nov 14, 2024 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE IN THE REAR.
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED A MISSING CEILING TILE IN THE REAR DISHWASHING/PREP AREA ABOVE THE WALK IN FREEZER. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
FLOOR NEED CLEANING UNDERNEATH POP CRATES TO REMOVE SPILLS AND/OR DEBRIS.
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Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
MUST CLEAN THE FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND/OR DUST.
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Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY HAS NO ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Severity not stated
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Mar 11, 2024 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
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Serious
Priority
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
OBSERVED VARIOUS TCS FOODS INSIDE THE FRONT PREP COOLER AT IMPROPER INTERIOR COLD HOLDING TEMPS: 3lbs OF COOKED GROUND BEEF AT 54.6F, 3LBS OF COOKED STEAK AT 55.7F AND 3LBS OF ITALIAN BEEF AT 55.4F. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD AND DENATURE TOTAL WEIGHT 9LBS AT $250. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Serious
Priority
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
OBSERVED THE FRONT PREP COOLER WITH AN IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF 52.7F, SAID COOLER HOLD TCS FOODS SUCH AS COOKED GROUND BEEF AND STEAK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER NOT TO USE UNTIL IT HOLD THE PROPER TEMP OF 41F OR BELOW. COOLER TAGGED/ HELD FOR INSPECTION. PRIORITY CITATION ISSUED #7-38-005.
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Severity not stated
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
OBSERVER WIPING CLOTHES LAYING ON THE COUNTER TOPS AND PREP STATIONS. INSTRUCED TO PROPERLY STORE WHEN NOT IN USE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
MUST CLEAN THE SHELVING UNDER THE FLAT TOP GRILL TO REMOVE GREASE. ALSO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE WALK IN FREEZER.
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Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A SMALL GARBAGE CAN WITH A LID IN THE WASHROOMS AS REQUIRED.
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
MUST CLEAN THE WALL AND FLOORS THROUGH REAR STORAGE / DISH WASHING AREA.
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Serious
Priority
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Oct 31, 2023 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
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Serious
Priority
Corrected on site
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
FOUND INADEQUATE TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOOD. COOKED GROUND BEEF AT 50.9F AND SHAVED ITALIAN BEEF AT 49.5F IN TWO DOOR COOLER; INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD AND MAINTAIN TCS FOODS AT 41F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES DISCARDED 11LBS VALUED AT $26.00 PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED. CORRECTED ON SITE.
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Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN EXTERIOR SURFACES AND INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS AND OTHER COOKING EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN. CLEAN INSIDE OF REFRIGERATION UNITS WHERE NEEDED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE INTERIOR PANEL OF THE ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.
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Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
THE UTILITY SINK IS CLOGGED WITH WATER; INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT SO THAT SINK FLOWS FREELY. OBSERVED A SEWER GAS SMELL FROM ONE FLOOR DRAIN BY THE SODA SYRUP DISPENSERS; INSTRUCTED TO HAVE DRAIN SERVICED.
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS AROUND UNDER AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED AND MAINTAIN.
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Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Severity not stated
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. CERTIFICATES MUST BE ON SITE FOR REVIEW.
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Serious
Priority
Corrected on site
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Aug 22, 2022 Complaint · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED TOLIET IN DISREPAIR INSIDE RESTROOM ON LEFT. TOLIET DOES NOT FLUSH.
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
FOUND SMALL, DEAD INSECTS ON WALL ALONG DINING ROOM. OPERATOE CLEANED DURING INSPECTION.
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Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGERS.
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Severity not stated
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Jun 21, 2022 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED TOLIET IN DISREPAIR INSIDE RESTROOM ON LEFT. TOLIET DOES NOT FLUSH.
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Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGERS.
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Severity not stated
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Jun 13, 2022 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
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Serious
Priority
PROPER COOKING TIME & TEMPERATURES
OBSERVED GYRO MEAT (LAMB) ON SPIT AND EXPOSED TO AMBIENT ROOM TEMPERATURE, WITHOUT HEAT ON. LAMB FOUND @54.1F. INSTRUCTED ONCE TCS FOODS ARE ON THE SPIT (VERTICAL BROILER) THE HEAT MUST BE ON CONTINUOUSLY. COOKING PROCESS MUST BE CONTINUOUS AND NOT INTERMITTEN, AND NO LONGER THAN 4 HOURS. OPERATOR VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED GYRO MEAT DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATIONI 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Serious
Priority
PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES
OBSERVED TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES IN PREP AREA. FOUND LAMB @54.1F ON THE SPIT, AND CHICKEN @ 89.6F IN A PAN ON A SHELF. INSTRUCTED MUST KEEP ALL HOT FOODS @135F OR HIGHER AT ALL TIMES. OPERATOR VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED DENATURED FOODS DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. SEE ABOVE VIOLATION 3-501.16(A:1) FOR CITATION.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 40 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOORS, UNDER EQUIPMENT, AND ON FLOORS ALONG WALLS THROUGHOUT REAR PREP/STORAGE AREA. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. MUST CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE TO ELIMINATE PEST ISSUE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA IS HEAVILY SOILED. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE. MUST MAINTAIN SAME.
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Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED TOLIET IN DISREPAIR INSIDE RESTROOM ON LEFT. TOLIET DOES NOT FLUSH. OBSERVED HANDLE ON TOLIET BROKEN IN RESTROOM ON RIGHT. OBSERVED MINOR LEAK UNDER BASIN OF HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA. MUST MAKE ALL PLUMBING REPAIRS. MUST MAINTAIN SAME.
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Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGERS.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT # 2510860, DATED 6/7/21. MUST CORRECT THE FOLLOWING CORE VIOLATIONS: #49 INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE BOTTOM OF THE FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE INTERIOR PANEL OF THE LARGE ICE MACHINE IN THE REAR AREA AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS STORING CORN MEAL, LEMON PEPPER ETC. #55 INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Serious
Priority
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Jun 7, 2021 Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
ESTABLISHMENT HAS A KIT ON PREMISES THAT DOES NOT HAVE ALL OF THE NECESSARY ITEMS IN CASE OF A VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE BOTTOM OF THE FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE INTERIOR PANEL OF THE LARGE ICE MACHINE IN THE REAR AREA AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS STORING CORN MEAL, LEMON PEPPER ETC.
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Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED THE HOT WATER FAUCET KNOB IN POOR REPAIR AT THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE FRONT PREP AREA; REPLACE KNOB.
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT.
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Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC
FOUND THE INSPECTION SUMMARY FROM 2020 POSTED INSTEAD OF THE INSPECTION SUMMARY FROM THE PREVIOUS INSPECTION MADE ON FEB. 5, 2021 AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED THAT THE MOST RECENT SUMMARY MOST BE POSTED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(B).
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
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Feb 5, 2021 Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
ESTABLISHMENT HAS A KIT ON PREMISES THAT DOES NOT HAVE ALL OF THE NECESSARY ITEMS IN CASE OF A VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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Severity not stated
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR NOT COMPLETELY RODENT PROOFED AS REQUIRED; MUST COMPLETELY RODENT PROOF DOOR BY SEALING 1/4 INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR.
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Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED THE RUBBER GASKET ON THE DOOR OF THE FREEZER IN THE FRONT PREP AREA BY THE HANDSINK IN POOR REPAIR; INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE GASKET.
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Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE BOTTOM OF THE FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE OBSERVED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE INTERIOR PANEL OF THE LARGE ICE MACHINE IN THE REAR AREA AND MAINTAIN.
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS AROUND, UNDER AND BEHIND COOKING AND OTHER KITCHEN EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
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Oct 28, 2020 Short Form Complaint · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Severity not stated
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS ON PREP TABLE AND COUNTERS NOT PROPERLY STORED. MUST PROPERLY STORE IN ADEQUATE CHEMICAL SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
CLEAN FLOORS AT FRONT PREP AREA OF FOOD SPILLS AND FLOUR.
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Severity not stated
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Aug 28, 2020 Complaint · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Severity not stated
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS ON PREP TABLE AND COUNTERS NOT PROPERLY STORED. MUST PROPERLY STORE IN ADEQUATE CHEMICAL SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
CLEAN FLOORS AT FRONT PREP AREA OF FOOD SPILLS AND FLOUR.
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Severity not stated
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Jul 16, 2020 Short Form Complaint · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AVAILABLE FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE IN A VERIFIABLE MANNER EMPLOYEE RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT ANY ILLNESS TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-39-010
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
OBSERVED NO PROCEDURES AND SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP POLICY AND SUPPLIES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
OBSERVED PACKAGED MACARONI SALAD AND SLICED TOMATOES NOT DATED IN DISPLAY AND WALK-IN COOLERS. REFRIGERATED READY TO EAT TCS FOOD HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS SHALL BE CLEARLY MARKED WITH DATE BY WHICH FOOD IS TO BE SOLD, CONSUMED, OR DISCARDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005
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Severity not stated
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLES. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN ADEQUATE SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Severity not stated
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE UTENSILS NOT INVERTED IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
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Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED RAW WOOD SHELVING UNDER FRONT COUNTER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL SHELVING TO MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED RESIDUE ON INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED LOOSE WASHBOWL IN WASHROOM NEAR KITCHEN ENTRANCE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SECURE WASHBOWL AND MAINTAIN.
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED DAMAGED AND MISSING BASEBOARDS ALONG WALLS IN REAR PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
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Apr 15, 2020 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AVAILABLE FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE IN A VERIFIABLE MANNER EMPLOYEE RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT ANY ILLNESS TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-39-010
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
OBSERVED NO PROCEDURES AND SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP POLICY AND SUPPLIES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
OBSERVED PACKAGED MACARONI SALAD AND SLICED TOMATOES NOT DATED IN DISPLAY AND WALK-IN COOLERS. REFRIGERATED READY TO EAT TCS FOOD HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS SHALL BE CLEARLY MARKED WITH DATE BY WHICH FOOD IS TO BE SOLD, CONSUMED, OR DISCARDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005
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Severity not stated
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLES. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN ADEQUATE SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Severity not stated
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE UTENSILS NOT INVERTED IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
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Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED FROZEN FISH STORED IN WHITE GROCERY BAGS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE FOOD IN FOOD STORAGE BAGS OR CONTAINERS.
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Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED RAW WOOD SHELVING UNDER FRONT COUNTER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL SHELVING TO MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED RESIDUE ON INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED LOOSE WASHBOWL IN WASHROOM NEAR KITCHEN ENTRANCE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SECURE WASHBOWL AND MAINTAIN.
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED DAMAGED AND MISSING BASEBOARDS ALONG WALLS IN REAR PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING AVAILABLE. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
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Dec 10, 2019 Short Form Complaint · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Severity not stated
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN ADEQUATE SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
MUST REPAIR FAUCET AT PREP SINK IN REAR.
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Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
REPLACE MISSING LIGHTS IN REAR PREP AREA (NEAR 3 COMP SINK). MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Severity not stated
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Oct 29, 2019 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Severity not stated
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN ADEQUATE SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
MUST REPAIR FAUCET AT PREP SINK IN REAR.
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Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
CLEAN FLOORS IN WALK-IN COOLER/FREEZER UNDER SHELVING AND AT REAR OF FOOD DEBRIS.
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Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
REPLACE MISSING LIGHTS IN REAR PREP AREA (NEAR 3 COMP SINK). MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Severity not stated
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Aug 20, 2018 Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
2-102.14(A) OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012(A)(A) NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
2-501.11 OBSERVED NO VOMITOUS AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT CLEAN UP POLICY IN PLACE AND KIT ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
3-501.17 (C) OBSERVED READY TO EAT TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY (TCS) FOOD INSIDE REFRIGERATOR IN PREP KITCHEN AND WALK IN COOLER WITH OUT DATE MARK/ MISSING; COOKED MEAT SAUCE, MAC & CHEESE, SPAGHETTI, COLESLAW . INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO UTILIZE DATE MAKRING ON READY TO EAT TCS FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
4-203.12 OBSERVED FACILITY MISSING THERMOMETERS FOR REACH IN COOLERS/FREEZER AND WALK IN COOLERS/FREEZER FOR FACILITY OR IN DISREPAIR. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN THERMOMETERS FOR UNITS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
4-302.12 (A) OBSERVED FACILITY WITHOUT THERMOMETERS PROVIDED FOR MEASURING COOKED FOOD TEMPERATURE. FACILITY MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN PROPER THERMOMETERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.NO CITATION ISSUED
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
3-602.11 (B) (5) OBSERVED HOUSE MADE DRESSING, PASTRIES AND GRAB AND GO ITEMS(PASTA, COLE SLAW) MISSING LABEL INFORMATION ALLERGEN, WEIGHT, INGREDENTS ETC. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIED PROPER LABELS FOR FOOD ITEMS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUE
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Severity not stated
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS
OBSEVED FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES ACTIVELY HANDLE FOOD WITH OUT UTILIZING HAIR RESTRAINTS SUCH AS HATS, HAIR COVERINGS OR HAIR NETS. ALLY FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
6-202.14 OBSERVED EMPLOYEE RESTROOM DOOR NOT SELF COLSING. REPAIR FOR SELF CLOSING AND MAINTAIN..
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Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
NON FUNCTIONAL LIGHTS IN REAR PREP AREA (NEAR 3 COMP SINK). MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Severity not stated
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
2-102.13 OBSERVED FACILITY MISSING REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATION FOR ALL FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES. FACILITY MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN ALL REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATION FOR ALL FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES ON SITE FOR INSPECTION REVIEW.
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Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
PA 100-0367 OBSERVED FACILITY FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGERS WITHOUT REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
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May 15, 2018 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
Result: Pass.
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May 8, 2018 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM SEPTEMBER 18, 2017; MUST CORRECT. #30 LABEL AND DATE ALL PACKAGED SALADS (GARDEN, MACARONI), COLESLAW AND SPAGHETTI DISPLAYED FOR SALE IN FRONT DISPLAY COOLER. #32 REMOVE CARDBOARD ON SHELVES UNDER GRILL. #33 CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ICE DISPENSER AND ICE MACHINE IN REAR. #35 SEAL ALL OPENINGS ALONG WALL AND BASEBOARD NEAR REAR EXPOSED SINK IN DISH WASHING AREA. #42 ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090 ISSUED.
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
BUMPED UP TO A SERIOUS.
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
BUMPED UP TO A SERIOUS.
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
BUMPED UP TO A SERIOUS.
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS.
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Not serious
Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FAN COVERS INSIDE OF WALK-IN COOLER TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED.
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Not serious
Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
BUMPED UP TO A SERIOUS.
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Not serious
Minor
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
BUMPED UP TO A SERIOUS.
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Not serious
Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
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Sep 18, 2017 Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
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Serious
Critical
SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME
OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WASHING MULTI-USE STAINLESS STEEL SERVING SPOON AND PLASTIC CONTAINER IN MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK WITH NO SANITIZER AND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK NOT SET UP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY SET UP 3-COMPARTMENT SINK TO WASH, RINSE, AND SANITIZE ALL MULTI-USE FOOD UTENSILS AND EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO RE-WASH AND SANITIZE ALL MULTI-USE FOOD EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
LABEL AND DATE ALL PACKAGED SALADS(GARDEN, MACARONI), COLESLAW AND SPAGHETTI DISPLAYED FOR SALE IN FRONT DISPLAY COOLER.
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Not serious
Minor
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
INVERT ALL SINGLE USE SPOONS, FORKS, KNIVES TO PROTECT FROM DUST, DIRT AND CONTAMINATION.
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
REMOVE CARDBOARD ON SHELVES UNDER GRILL.
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ICE DISPENSER ON POP MACHINE IN DINING AREA, ICE MACHINE IN REAR, PREP COOLER GASKETS AND BASES, FREEZER IN PREP AREA, SHELVES UNDER FRONT COUNTER, ROLLING CARTS, GARBAGE CANS, ETC.
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Not serious
Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, STORAGE, AND DISH WASHING AREA. REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS OFF FLOOR BEHIND REACH-IN FREEZER(ANT ACTIVITY).
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Not serious
Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
SEAL ALL OPENINGS ALONG WALL AND BASEBOARD NEAR REAR EXPOSED SINK IN DISH WASHING AREA.
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Not serious
Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
REMOVE ALL UNUSED CARDBOARD AND ORGANIZE STORAGE AREA NEAR OFFICE.
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Not serious
Minor
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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Serious
Critical
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Mar 17, 2017 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
Result: Pass.
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Mar 10, 2017 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
DISH MACHINES: PROVIDED WITH ACCURATE THERMOMETERS, CHEMICAL TEST KITS AND SUITABLE GAUGE COCK
NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT AVAILABLE DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CHEMICAL TEST KIT FOR PROPER SANITIZER CONCENTRATION. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
LABEL AND DATE ALL PACKAGED GARDEN SALADS, PASTA SALADS, SPAGHETTI, COLESLAW, MACARONI AND CHEESE DISPLAYED FOR SALE IN FRONT DISPLAY COOLER.
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS, FRYER CABINETS.
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Not serious
Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
REPLACE DAMAGED BASEBOARD ALONG WALL IN FRONT PREP AREA. REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES IN REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA. CLEAN CEILING VENTS AND LIGHT SHIELDS IN REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA. CLEAN VENTILATION FAN IN MEN WASHROOM (DUST BUILDUP). SEAL OPENING ALONG BASEBOARD NEAR DOOR FRAME IN OFFICE.
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Not serious
Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET ON REAR EXPOSED SINK. REPAIR VENTILATION FANS IN WASHROOMS.
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Not serious
Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING. ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN STORAGE AREAS. PROPERLY ORGANIZE WALK-IN COOLER.
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOP HANDLE UP OR IN SANITARY CONTAINER IN ICE MACHINE.
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Not serious
Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
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Jul 6, 2016 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
DISCARD ALL CRACKED AND BROKEN MULTI-USE FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
DETAIL CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: COOKING EQUIPMENT,INTERIOR TOP PANEL OF THE ICE MACHINE,PREP TABLES,VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE THE COOK LINE,REFRIGERATION UNITS,SINKS, AND COUNTER TOPS.
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Not serious
Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS.
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Not serious
Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
DETAIL CLEAN WALLS IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS. MUST REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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Not serious
Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
VIOLATION CORRECTED.
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Not serious
Minor
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Jun 24, 2016 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)
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Serious
Critical
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS NOTED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 4LBS OF CHICKEN GIZZARDS AT 55-58 DEGREES F AND 6LBS OF COOKED CHICKEN AT 89 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
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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
EVIDENCE OF INSECTS ON SITE. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 15 LIVE FLYING INSECTS ON WALLS AND WINDOWS IN THE DINING AREA AND ON WALLS LEADING TO THE RESTROOMS. ALSO NOTED APPROXIMATELY 5 FLYING INSECTS THROUGHOUT REAR PREP AREA. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020
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Not serious
Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED
NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE POSTED. ALSO NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. (CHICKEN,FISH,ETC) MUST PROVIDE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
DISCARD ALL CRACKED AND BROKEN MULTI-USE FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
DETAIL CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: COOKING EQUIPMENT,INTERIOR TOP PANEL OF THE ICE MACHINE,PREP TABLES,VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE THE COOK LINE,REFRIGERATION UNITS,SINKS, AND COUNTER TOPS.
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Not serious
Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS.
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Not serious
Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
DETAIL CLEAN WALLS IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS. MUST REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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Not serious
Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
RESTORE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER TO THE 1 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Serious
Critical
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Mar 23, 2016 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
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Serious
Critical
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
NOTED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 7LBS OF COOKED CHICKEN IN THE PREP AREA AT 55-65 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
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Not serious
Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE. PREVIOUS VIOLATION FROM REPORT # 1386032 ON 03/20/2015 NOT CORRECTED. (45)IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. MUST CORRECT MINOR VIOLATIONS BY THE DATES SPECIFIED ON THE REPORT. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090
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Not serious
Minor
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
MUST CLEAN AND PROPERLY SANITIZE SOILED MULTI-USE CONTAINERS AS NEEDED.
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
SEAL SMALL OPENING ALONG THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR.
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF FRYERS, AND REFRIGERATION UNITS. MUST ALSO CLEAN SINKS, PREP TABLES AND WASH ROOM SURFACES. MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR TOP PANEL OF THE ICE MACHINE. MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE FRONT CABINET HOUSING THE CUSTOMER WASTE BASKET. MUST REMOVE ALL EXCESSIVE FOOD SPILLS AND OTHER DEBRIS.
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Not serious
Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER THE COOK LINE, ALONG WALLS AND IN CORNERS. MUST REMOVE GREASE AND OTHER FOOD DEBRIS.
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Not serious
Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES. MUST DETAIL CLEAN WALLS BEHIND THE COOK LINE AND THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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Serious
Critical
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Mar 20, 2015 Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
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Serious
Critical
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE
OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF 7 LBS.COOKED CHICKEN 112.3F-129.9F IN PLASTIC BUSS PAN ON COUNTER TOP,4LBS. COOKED GROUND BEEF 44.6F AND 2LBS. COOKED STEAK 45.5F INSIDE OF PREP COOLER.PRODUCT WAS DUMPED AND DENATURED BY EMPLOYEE.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING AT 40.0F OR BELOW AND 140.0F OR ABOVE HOT.APPX.13LBS $30. (CRITICAL 7-38-005A)
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Serious
Critical
HANDS WASHED AND CLEANED, GOOD HYGIENIC PRACTICES; NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS.
OBSERVED POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICIES BY FOOD HANDLERS.ONE FOOD HANDLER WENT TO THE REAR PREP AREA TO TALK ON PHONE CAME BACK TO THE FRONT PREP AREA WITH CELL PHONE IN HAND AND PUT GLOVES ON AND HANDLED FOOD AND ANOTHER FOOD HANDLER HANDLING RAW FISH AND RAW CHICKEN ONLY CHANGING GLOVES WITHOUT WASHING HANDS ,INSTRUCTED TO WASH HANDS AFTER EVERY POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.(CRITICAL 7-38-010A).
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Not serious
Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY AND NO CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW WHILE (CHICKEN,FISH,SPAGHETTI,STEAK,GROUND BEEF,ETC) IS BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED.MUST BE ON SITE AND PROVIDE CERTIFICATE AT ALL TIMES.(SERIOUS 7-38-012)
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AND SALADS MADE ON SITE FOR SALE WITH PROPER INFO GIVEN.
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Not serious
Minor
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR PROPERLY.
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Inspector Comments: MUST APPLY A SEALANT OR PAINT RAW WOOD SHELVING UNIT AT SERVICE COUNTER.
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DOOR HINGE ON SWINGING DOOR.
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN ICE DISPENSER AT SODA MACHINE,DEBRI FROM WINDOW SILLS IN LOBBY.
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Not serious
Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER AND FLOOR DRAINS.
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Not serious
Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DOOR HINGE ON SWINGING DOOR,MISSING AND STAINED CEILING TILES.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO WALLS AND CEILINGS.MUST CLEAN WALL BEHIND SOAD MACHINE.
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Not serious
Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY TOILET IN WOMEN'S.
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Not serious
Minor
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
MUST PROVIDE A PROBE THERMOMETER FOR FOOD TEMPS.
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
Inspector Comments: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Serious
Critical
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Feb 4, 2015 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)
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Serious
Critical
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF COOKED FOODS SUCH AS FRIED CHICKEN 65.1F-80.5F IN A PLASTIC BUSS PAN ON TOP OF PREP TABLE,COLE SLAW AT 61.1F-62.6F IN PLASTIC CONTAINER ON TOP OF PREP TABLE.CHILI 126.3F IN HOT HOLDING UNIT.NO TIME AND TEMPEARTURE LOGS TO VIEW.MANAGER DUMPED AND DENATURED PRODUCT.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING AT 40.0F OR BELOW,HOT HOLDING AT 140.0F OR ABOVE.APPX.18LBS.$31.(CRITICAL 7-38-005A)
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Not serious
Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY AND NO CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW WHILE CHICKEN,CHILI,COLE SLAW,SPAGHETTI IS BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED AT THIS TIME.MUST PROVIDE AND POST AND BE ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES.(SERIOUS 7-38-012)CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ARRIVED ON SITE AT 3:55 P.M. AFTER INSPECTION AND CITATIONS WRITTEN.
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Not serious
Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
DISH MACHINES: PROVIDED WITH ACCURATE THERMOMETERS, CHEMICAL TEST KITS AND SUITABLE GAUGE COCK
OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT FOR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.WAS PREVIOUSLY INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ON REPORT #1493820 8/20/14.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(SERIOUS 7-38-030).MANAGER PROVIDED CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS AFTER INSPECTION.
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AND SALADS MADE ON SITE FOR SALE WITH PROPER INFO GIVEN.
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
MUST APPLY A SEALANT OR PAINT RAW WOOD SHELVING UNIT AT SERVICE COUNTER.
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
MUST CLEAN ICE DISPENSER AT SODA MACHINE,DEBRI FROM WINDOW SILLS IN LOBBY.
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Not serious
Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
MUST CLEAN FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER AND FLOOR DRAINS.
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Not serious
Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DOOR HINGE ON SWINGING DOOR,MISSING AND STAINED CEILING TILES.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO WALLS AND CEILINGS.MUST CLEAN WALL BEHIND SOAD MACHINE.
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Not serious
Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPES AT 3- COMP SINK.
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Not serious
Minor
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Serious
Critical
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Aug 20, 2014 License · Pass — Risk 1 (High)
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Not serious
Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
SOME MISSING FLOOR TILE AT THE FRONT ENTRANCE BY THE DOOR; PROVIDE TILE.
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Not serious
Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
OBSERVED SOME MISSING CEILING TILE; PROVIDE WHERE NEEDED (TILE ON PREMISES). PROVIDE OUTLET COVERS FOR WALL OUTLETS WITHOUT THEM BY FRONT DOOR AND BEHIND SERVING COUNTER. SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES GOING INTO THE CEILING IN THE REAR PREP AREA.
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Not serious
Minor
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.