Nigerian Kitchen

Year	Inspections	Violations	Serious
2026	4	32	2
2025	4	19	0
2024	2	19	0
2023	2	18	0
2022	2	5	0
2021	2	20	1
2019	1	10	1
2018	2	19	0
2017	2	13	1

Sep 14, 2026 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

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

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

NOTED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS (RICE, CHICKEN SOUPS ETC.) WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES TCS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED AND ALSO THE PERSON IN CHARGE MUST HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE BY NEXT INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
Not serious Priority Foundation
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

NOTED NO PAPER TOWELS AT THE MEN'S BATHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C).
Not serious Priority Foundation
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

NOTED NO SOAP AT THE DISHWASHING HAND WASH SINK AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED. CONSOLIDATED WITH ABOVE VIOLATION.
Serious Priority
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

NOTED OVER 100 RAT DROPPINGS AT THE FOLLOWING AREAS: --OVER 15 ON FLOOR ALONG WALL BASE UNDERNEATH SHELVES AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. --OVER 50 ON THE STAIR WAY LEADING TO THE BASEMENT FOOD SRY STORAGE. --OVER 35 ON FLOOR ALONG WALL BASE AT THE BASEMENT FOOD DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS, ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY. INSTRUCTED TO CONSULT WITH PEST CONTROL COMPANY AND HAVE PREMISES TREATED. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

INADEQUATE SCREENING AT REAR DOOR, OPENINGS ARE TOO LARGE TO PREVENT INSECT ENTRY. MUST INSTALL A SMALLER MESH SCREEN TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE REFRIGERATION UNITS FOOD STORED INSIDE GROCERY BAGS AND TIN CANS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS.
Serious Priority
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED

NOTED BOTH TOILETS ON PREMISE NOT PROPERLY FLUSHING AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. CLOGGED AND NOT FLUSHING MATERIALS. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT THE PLUMBER TO REPAIR SYSTEM TO PROPERLY FLUSH. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

NOTED SOME FOOD BOXES, LITTER AND PACKAGES STORED ON THE GROUND BY THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED TO CONTAIN GARBAGE INSIDE THE GARBAGE RECEPTABLE AND MAINTAIN THE AREA CLEAN.
Severity not stated
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

OUTSIDE WASTE GREASE CONTAINER IS ON DIRT. MUST MOVE CONTAINER TO CONCRETE PAD.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS, REMOVE ALL LITTER, DEBRIS, ETC.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

WALLS WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND AREAS OF POOR REPAIR IN FOOD PREP ARFEAS. MUST REPAIR, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS. LARGE AMOUNT OF SOILED EXPANDING FOAM ON WALL UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REMOVE EXPANDING FOAM AND REPAIR WALL SURFACES TO BE SMOOTH & EASILY CLEANABLE. ACCUMULATED DUST ON WALL VENT BY DINING ROOM HAND WASH SINK. MUST CLEAN.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

NOTED HEAVY CLUTTER THROUGHOUT ESTABLISHMENT ON SHELVE AND FLOORS. UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN STORAGE AREAS AT THE BASEMENT FOOD/DRY STORAGE. INCLUDING UNDER THE STAIRWELL. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, ORGANIZE AND REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY OR UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST AND TO FACILITATE CLEANING.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

NOTED WATER SEEPING FROM THE WALL AT THE BASEMENT FOOD/DRY STORAGE AREA. ALSO NOTED LEAKING FROM CEILING PIPE LEAKING WATER INTO CONTAINERS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ALL LEAKS AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

NOTED DIRT AND GREASE ACCUMULATION INSIDE, ON PIPES/CONDUITS AND ON EDGES OF THE EXHAUST HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN HOOD, FILTERS AND PIPES/CONDUITS.
Severity not stated
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

NOTED EMPLOYEES AT WORK WITH NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL EMPLOYEES ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE THE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT ALL TIMES AND ONE MONTH (30 DAYS) GRACE PERIOD FOR NEW HIRES
Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

NOTED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY AND NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.ALLERGEN CERTIFIECATE EXPIRED 03/04/2024. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.

Jun 29, 2026 Short Form Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

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

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

NOTED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS (RICE, CHICKEN SOUPS ETC.) WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES TCS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED AND ALSO THE PERSON IN CHARGE MUST HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE BY NEXT INSPECTION (UPON BEING INSPECTED) PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE REFRIGERATION UNITS NOT PROPERLY LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS WITH PRODUCT NAME INCLUDING BULK FOOD CONTAINERS.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

NOTED CARDBOARD BOXES USED TO LINE SHELVES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD BOXES TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST.

May 18, 2026 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE REFRIGERATION UNITS NOT PROPERLY LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS WITH PRODUCT NAME INCLUDING BULK FOOD CONTAINERS.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

NOTED CARDBOARD BOXES USED TO LINE SHELVES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD BOXES TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST.

May 11, 2026 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

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

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

NOTED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS (RICE, CHICKEN SOUPS ETC.) WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES TCS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED AND ALSO THE PERSON IN CHARGE MUST HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE BY NEXT INSPECTION (UPON BEING INSPECTED) PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE REFRIGERATION UNITS NOT PROPERLY LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS WITH PRODUCT NAME INCLUDING BULK FOOD CONTAINERS.
Not serious Priority Foundation
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

NOTED OVER 20 RAT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR ALONG WALL BASE AT THE BASEMENT FOOD DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS, ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY. INSTRUCTED TO CONSULT WITH PEST CONTROL COMPANY AND HAVE PREMISES TREATED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#7-38-020(A).CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

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

NOTED ICE BUILD UP INSIDE THE UPRIGHT FREEZERS AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN UNITS.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

NOTED CARDBOARD BOXES USED TO LINE SHELVES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD BOXES TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST.
Not serious Priority Foundation
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

NOTED OUTSIDE GREASE CONTAINER AND SURROUNDING NOT MAINTAINED WITH THICK GREASE ON THE GROUND AROUND THE GREASE CONTAINER AND ON TOP OF CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN GREASE CONTAINER AND ITS SURROUNDING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#7-38-020(B). CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASE AND UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENTAT THE FIRST FLOOR AND ESPECIALLY WHERE RAT DROPPINGS WERE FOUND.

Oct 9, 2025 Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

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

OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING USED AS A SHELF LINER ON SHELVING, AND ALUMINUM FOILED BEING USED AS A LINER ON COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE FRYING AREA AT THE END OF COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE FOIL AND CARDBOARD SO SURFACE IS SMOOTH, EVEN AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING USED AS FLOOR MATS IN THE REAR COOKS AREA. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE FLOOR COVERINGS THAT ARE A NON-ABSORBENT, NON-CORROSIVE, SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST CLEAN DRY FOOD DEBRIS FROM UNDERNEATH SHELVING FOR VEGETABLES AND FRUITS IN THE MIDDLE OF FOOD PREP AREA BEHIND PREP TABLES AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Core
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2617502 DATED 5/14/2025; VIOLATION #57 (2-102.13) "FOOD HANDLERS WITH NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT, ALL FOOD HANDLERS THAT DO NOT HAVE CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE SHALL COMPLETE AN APPROVED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING PROGRAM." INSTRUCTED TO RENEW ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CITY OF CHICAGO MANAGERS AND KEEP CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR REVIEW. PRIORTIY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

May 14, 2025 Short Form Complaint · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

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

OBSERVED DRAINBOARD NEXT TO THE MAIN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN POOR REPAIR (ROTTEN WOOD). INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN KITCHEN HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE KITCHEN.
Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SLOW DRAINING HAND SINK IN THE KITCHEN (BY THE KITCHEN STOVE).
Severity not stated
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

FOOD HANDLERS WITH NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT, ALL FOOD HANDLERS THAT DO NOT HAVE CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE SHALL COMPLETE AN APPROVED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING PROGRAM.

Feb 26, 2025 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

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

4-201.11 OBSERVED DRAINBOARD NEXT TO THE MAIN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN POOR REPAIR (ROTTEN WOOD). INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

4-601.11(C) INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN KITCHEN HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE KITCHEN.
Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SLOW DRAINING HAND SINK IN THE KITCHEN (BY THE KITCHEN STOVE)
Severity not stated
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

2-102.13 FOOD HANDLERS WITH NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT, ALL FOOD HANDLERS THAT DO NOT HAVE CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE SHALL COMPLETE AN APPROVED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING PROGRAM.

Feb 19, 2025 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Priority Foundation
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

OBSERVED NO DATE LABEL ON READY TO EAT FOOD (COOKED BEANS CAKE, MELON SPINACH, FRIED RICE, RED SAUCE, PEPPER SOUP, STEWED GOAT) STORED INSIDE THE REACH-IN COOLER FOR OVER 24 HOURS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A DATE LABEL ON ALL READY TO EAT FOOD ITEMS IF STORED OVER 24 HOURS. MUST IDENTIFY FOOD PRODUCTS SHELF LIFE OR CONSUME BY DATING (7 DAYS FROM PREPARATION DATE). MANAGER DISCARDED THE SAID FOOD PRODUCTS. TOTAL WEIGHT 50 LBS, TOTAL VALUE $ 200.00 PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED DRAINBOARD NEXT TO THE MAIN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN POOR REPAIR (ROTTEN WOOD). INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOLERS (PREP AND REACH-IN COOLERS), EXTERIOR SURFACES OF GREASE BOX UNDERNEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, STORAGE RACKS AND PREP SHELVES IN THE KITCHEN.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN KITCHEN HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE KITCHEN.
Severity not stated
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

FOOD HANDLERS WITH NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT, ALL FOOD HANDLERS THAT DO NOT HAVE CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE SHALL COMPLETE AN APPROVED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING PROGRAM.
Not serious Priority Foundation
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 2589973 ISSUED ON 02-23-2024 PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED #10 - INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HANDSINK INSIDE MEN'S WASHROOM. #37 - INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND PROPERLY LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME (FLOUR, RICE ETC). #55 - INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND CLUTTER AND REORGANIZE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. #56 - OBSERVED PREP/COOKING AREA WITH POOR LIGHTING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL LIGHTING. #58 - FOUND NO APPROVED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSON WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.

Feb 23, 2024 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

6-301.14 INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HANDSINK INSIDE MEN'S WASHROOM.
Severity not stated
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

3-302.12 INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND PROPERLY LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME (FLOUR, RICE ETC).
Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

6-501.19 MEN AND WOMEN WASHROOM DOOR MUST BE SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICE.
Severity not stated
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

5-501.115 OBSERVED DRIED LEAVES AND DEBRIS ON GROUND UNDER AND AROUND GARBAGE AND GREASE DUMPSTER IN REAR OUTSIDE AREA . INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.114 INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND CLUTTER AND REORGANIZE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

6-303.11 OBSERVED PREP/COOKING AREA WITH POOR LIGHTING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL LIGHTING.
Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

2-102.13 FOUND NO APPROVED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSON WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.

Feb 16, 2024 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HANDSINK INSIDE MEN'S WASHROOM.
Severity not stated
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMEMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL REACH-IN COOLERS.
Severity not stated
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND PROPERLY LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME (FLOUR, RICE ETC).
Not serious Priority Foundation
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

FOUND OVER 50 RODENT (MICE) DROPPINGS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN THE PREP/DISHWASHING AREA AND IN STORAGE AREA, 30 DROPPINGS ALONG THE WALLS INSIDE BOILER CLOSET BEHIND FRONT COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMEND TO CONTACT LICENSED PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020 (A) CITATION ISSUED
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED SOME FOOD ITEMS STORD USING MILK CRATES AS STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY USE RAISE SHELVES 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.
Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

MEN AND WOMEN WASHROOM DOOR MUST BE SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICE.
Severity not stated
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

OBSERVED DRIED LEAVES AND DEBRIS ON GROUND UNDER AND AROUND GARBAGE AND GREASE DUMPSTER IN REAR OUTSIDE AREA . INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED METAL SHEET BEHIND THE MAIN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND METAL DRAINBOARD IN POOR REPAIR WITH RUST AND OPENING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND CLUTTER AND REORGANIZE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED PREP/COOKING AREA WITH POOR LIGHTING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL LIGHTING.
Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

FOUND NO APPROVED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSON WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.
Not serious Priority Foundation
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 2576719 ISSUED ON 06-02-2023 PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED #47 - OBSERVED MULTIPLE CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP SCARTCHES AND STAINS IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO RESURFACE/REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN. #47 - OBSERVED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE CHEST FREEZERS AND REFRIGERATION UNITS WITH FOOD STORED INSIDE PLASTIC T-SHIRT BAGS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROPERLY STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS AND MAINTAIN. #49 - OBSERVED THE INTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL REACH -IN COOLERS WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #53 - OBSERVED NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE IN THE WOMENS TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE A COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE FOR THE WOMENS TOILET ROOM AND MAINTAIN. #57 - OBSERVED MULTIPLE EMPLOYEES HANDLING AND PREPARING FOOD WITHOUT FOOD HANDLING TRAINING CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO ENSURE THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES RECEIVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING TO COMPLY WITH IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS AND MAINTAIN.

Jun 2, 2023 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

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

4-501.12 OBSERVED MULTIPLE CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP SCARTCHES AND STAINS IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO RESURFACE/REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

4-202.16 OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS LINER ON FOOD PREP EQUIPMENT AND TABLES. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD BEING USED A LINER AND ENSURE THAT ALL NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES REMAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANBLE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

4-102.11 OBSERVED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE CHEST FREEZERS AND REFRIGERATION UNITS WITH FOOD STORED INSIDE PLASTIC T-SHIRT BAGS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROPERLY STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

4-602.13 OBSERVED THE INTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL REACH -IN COOLERS WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE IN THE WOMENS TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE A COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE FOR THE WOMENS TOILET ROOM AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

2-102.13 OBSERVED MULTIPLE EMPLOYEES HANDLING AND PREPARING FOOD WITHOUT FOOD HANDLING TRAINING CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO ENSURE THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES RECEIVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING TO COMPLY WITH IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS AND MAINTAIN.

May 25, 2023 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Priority Foundation
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

OBSERVED FACILITY FOOD HANDLERS PREPARING AND HANDLING TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY(TCS) FOODS WITHOUT ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER AND CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INFORMED THE PERSON IN CHARGE CITY OF CHICAGO ORIGINAL FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE MUST REMAIN POSTED ON SITE AND CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE DURING TCS FOOD PREP, COOKING, SERVING AND OPERATING HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
Not serious Priority Foundation
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINKS IN REAR PREP AREA NOT ACCESSIBLE, BEING USED TO STORE COOKING UTENSILS AND BLOCKED WITH BUCKETS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(c), CITATION ISSUED.
Not serious Priority Foundation
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 40 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR UNDERNEATH STORAGE SHELVES, BEHIND CHEST FREEZERS, AND ON THE SIDE OF ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED MULTIPLE CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP SCARTCHES AND STAINS IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO RESURFACE/REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS LINER ON FOOD PREP EQUIPMENT AND TABLES. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD BEING USED A LINER AND ENSURE THAT ALL NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES REMAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANBLE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE CHEST FREEZERS AND REFRIGERATION UNITS WITH FOOD STORED INSIDE PLASTIC T-SHIRT BAGS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROPERLY STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Priority Foundation
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

OSERVED FOOD COOKING EQUIPMENT/UTENSILS (POTS,PANS,ETC.) TOO LARGE FOR 3-COMPARTMENT WAREWASHING SINK. INFORMED THE PERSON IN CHARGE SINK COMPARTMENTS SHALL BE LARGE ENOUGH TO ACCOMMODATE IMMERSION OF THE LARGEST EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS. IF SAID EQUIPMENT OR UTENSILS ARE TOO LARGE FOR WAREWASHING SINK, A WAREWASHING MACHINE OR ALTERNATIVE EQUIPMENT MUST BE PROVIDED OR INSTALLED AND OR SUBMIT A SOP FOR PROPER CLEANING/SANITIZING TECHNIQUE OF OVERSIZE ITEMS OR REMOVE FROM FACILITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED THE INTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL REACH -IN COOLERS WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

OBSERVED NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE IN THE WOMENS TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE A COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE FOR THE WOMENS TOILET ROOM AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP, FOOD DEBRIS, AND DIRT ON FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, AND DISH WASHING AREAS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED HOLE IN WALL IN THE WALL NEAR THE REAR EXIT DOOR IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO SMOOTHLY SEAL HOLE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED MULTIPLE EMPLOYEES HANDLING AND PREPARING FOOD WITHOUT FOOD HANDLING TRAINING CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO ENSURE THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES RECEIVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING TO COMPLY WITH IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS AND MAINTAIN.

Aug 4, 2022 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

NO THERMOMETER INSIDE EGG REFRIGERATOR AT FRONT AREA. MUST PROVIDE WORKING THERMOMETER FOR SAID REFRIGERATOR.
Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

DISHWASH AREA HANDWASH SINK COLD WATER HANDLE STRIPPED. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN COLD WATER HANDLE AT DISHWASHER HANDWASH SINK.

Jul 28, 2022 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

NO THERMOMETER INSIDE EGG REFRIGERATOR AT FRONT AREA. MUST PROVIDE WORKING THERMOMETER FOR SAID REFRIGERATOR.
Not serious Priority Foundation
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED PEST ACTIVITY. AROUND 30 MICE DROPPINGS ON THE PREP AREA FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST REMOVE ALL MICE DROPPINGS BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. ADVISED TO CALL PEST CONTROL OPERATOR FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A).
Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

DISHWASH AREA HANDWASH SINK COLD WATER HANDLE STRIPPED. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN COLD WATER HANDLE AT DISHWASHER HANDWASH SINK.

Mar 11, 2021 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Priority Foundation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

2-501.11 PROCEDURE AND PLANS ON SITE, HOWEVER MISSING SOLUTION FOR CLEANING VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION: 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED
Severity not stated
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

3-302.12 NO LABELED PROVIDED AT CONTAINERS FOR DRY FOOD: FLOUR,SUGAR,ETC.MUST PROVIDE LABEL WITH COMMON NAME
Severity not stated
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

3-304.14 MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN PREP AREAS IN SANITIZER BUCKET BETWEEN USES TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

4-101.17 NOTED UNPROTECTED WOOD USED TO HOLD UP HANDWASHING SINK BY THE OVENS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE SAID WOOD AND PROVIDE NON-POROUS MATERIAL THAT IS EASILY CLEANABLE AND MAINTAINED.
Severity not stated
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

4-301.12 NOTED LARGE POTS IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A PROCEDURE FOR PROPER WASHING,RISING AND SANITIZING OR REMOVE SAID POTS.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-201.17 GRIMED AND DUSTY CEILING FANS AT THE REAR PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. -
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-201.11 UNFINISHED REPAIR BROKEN WALL AT EAST SIDE OF PREP AREA BY ELECTRICAL BOX. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH, CLEANABLE, AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL.

Mar 2, 2021 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Priority Foundation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

PROCEDURE AND PLANS ON SITE, HOWEVER MISSING SOLUTION FOR CLEANING VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION: 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED
Serious Priority
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED TCS FOOD STORED INSIDE WHITE CHEST FREEZER WITH INADEQUATE TEMPERATURE: 6 BAGS OF COOKED GOAT MEAT AT TEMP OF 59.7F TO 62.6F. NO TIME AND TEMPERATURE LOG PROVIDED. COLD FOOD MUST MAINTAIN TEMP OF 41F AND BELOW.FROZEN FOOD 0(F) OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION:7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED
Severity not stated
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

NO LABELED PROVIDED AT CONTAINERS FOR DRY FOOD: FLOUR,SUGAR,ETC.MUST PROVIDE LABEL WITH COMMON NAME
Severity not stated
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN PREP AREAS IN SANITIZER BUCKET BETWEEN USES TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

MILK CRATES ARE USED FOR STORAGE AND FOR ELEVATION AT THE KITCHEN AND STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE MILK CRATES FOR ELEVATION. MUST PROVIDE A RAISED SHELF 6" OFF THE FLOOR. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH, CLEANABLE, AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

NOTED UNPROTECTED WOOD USED TO HOLD UP HANDWASHING SINK BY THE OVENS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE SAID WOOD AND PROVIDE NON-POROUS MATERIAL THAT IS EASILY CLEANABLE AND MAINTAINED.
Severity not stated
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

NOTED LARGE POTS IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A PROCEDURE FOR PROPER WASHING,RISING AND SANITIZING OR REMOVE SAID POTS.
Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

MISSING LID AT RECEPTACLE INSIDE THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

GRIMEDAND DUSTY CEILING FANS AT THE REAR PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. -
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

UNFINISHED REPAIR BROKEN WALL AT EAST SIDE OF PREP AREA BY ELECTRICAL BOX. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH, CLEANABLE, AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

NOTED HEAVY CLUTTER THROUGHOUT ESTABLISHMENT ON SHELVES, FLOORS UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND IN STORAGE AREAS AT THE BASEMENT STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, ORGANIZE AND REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY OR UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

BROKEN LIGHT FIXTURE HANGING FROM CEILING AT REAR PREP AREA. BURNED LIGHT BULBS AT DISH ROOM. ROOM IS DARK. MUST INSTALL SAID BULB.
Not serious Priority Foundation
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 11-5-2019, REPORT# 2321087 #47) 4-102.11 NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE FREEZERS AND REFRIGERATION UNITS FOOD STORED INSIDE GROCERY BAGS. INSTRUCTED PROPERLY TO STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS. #55) 6-201.11 OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS IN CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS OF KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS. #58) 2-102.13 OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED EMPLOYEES WHO HAVE THE CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE MUST COMPLETE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-42-090, NO CITATION ISSUED

Nov 5, 2019 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

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

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

NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE ON SITE DURING INSPECTION WHILE TCS FOODS (RICE, BEEF) WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED SUCH A PERSON BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
Not serious Priority Foundation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

OBSERVED ESTABLISHMENT HAD SOME OF THE NECESSARY ITEMS FOR VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP KIT: GLOVES AND SANITIZER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP KIT WITH THE NECESSARY ITEMS AS OUTLINED IN POLICY WITH PROCEDURE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND WASHING SINKS IN KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
Serious Priority
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED COOKED BEEF AND RICE AT AN IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE IN REFRIGERATOR BY 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. RICE JOLLOF AT 50.4F WEIGHING 5 POUNDS APPROXIMATE COST AT $10.00 AND COOKED BEEF AT 47.7F, WEIGHING 20 POUNDS AT AN APPROXIMATE COST OF $75.00. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE MUST BE AT 41.0F OR LESS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD AND DENATURE FOOD IMMEDIATELY. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 60 DEAD COCKROACHES UNDER REFRIGERATOR AND BY DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA ACROSS FROM THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE DEAD COCKROACHES FROM ESTABLISHMENT.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE FREEZERS AND REFRIGERATION UNITS FOOD STORED INSIDE GROCERY BAGS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED RUSTY POTS ON GRILL BEING USED FOR COOKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS IN CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS OF KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS.
Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED EMPLOYEES WHO HAVE TEH CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE MUST COMPLETE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING.

Dec 13, 2018 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

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

2-102.14(N) NOTED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION FOLLOWING THE NEW CODE AND GUIDELINES. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE VERIFICATION OF POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE ONE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-012(A). NO CITATION ISSUED TODAY
Not serious Priority Foundation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

2-501.11 MANAGEMENT UNABLE TO PROVIDE A PROCEDURE FOR CLEANING UP VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ONE INCLUDING THE CHEMICALS NEEDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUE
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

4-102.11(A2) NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE FREEZERS AND REFRIGERATION UNITS FOOD STORED INSIDE GROCERY BAGS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

4-501.12 CUTTING BOARDS WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. MUST REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

4-202.16 NOTED SOME USE OF MILK CRATES FOR STORAGE ON SHELVES AT THE KITCHEN AREA, INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE MILK CRATES FOR STORAGE TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST. MUST PROVIDE APPROPRIATE STORAGE CONTAINERS.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

4-204.18 NOTED HEAVY ICE BUILD UP AND SPILLS INSIDE THE CHEST FREEZER AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. IN INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST, DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

4-301.12 OBSERVED POTS TOO LARGE TO BE SUBMERGED INTO THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK TO PROPERLY WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE OVER SIZED POTS, INSTALL A LARGER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK OR PROVIDE ALTERNATIVE WARE-WASHING FOR EQUIPMENT.
Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

PA 100-0367 NOTED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON DUTY WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION

Dec 3, 2018 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Priority Foundation
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

2-102.12 NOTED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED . INSTRUCTED TO HAVE THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES CHICAGO ON PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-012.
Not serious Priority Foundation
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

2-102.14(N) NOTED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION FOLLOWING THE NEW CODE AND GUIDELINES. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE VERIFICATION OF POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE ONE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-012(A). NO CITATION ISSUED TODAY
Not serious Priority Foundation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

2-501.11 MANAGEMENT UNABLE TO PROVIDE A PROCEDURE FOR FOR CLEANING UP VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ONE INCLUDING THE CHEMICALS NEEDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED
Not serious Priority Foundation
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

6-501.111 NOTED OVER 20 RAT DROPPINGS ALONG WALL AT THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS.RECOMMENDED TO CONSULT WITH PEST CONTROL COMPANY.MUST ELIMINATE THE PEST CONTROL PROBLEM UPON BEING RE-INSPECTED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-020(A
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

4-202.16 NOTED SOME USE OF MILK CRATES FOR STORAGE ON SHELVES AT THE KITCHEN AREA, INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE MILK CRATES FOR STORAGE TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST. MUST PROVIDE APPROPRIATE STORAGE CONTAINERS.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

4-204.18 NOTED HEAVY ICE BUILD UP AND SPILLS INSIDE THE CHEST FREEZER AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. IN INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST, DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

4-102.11(A2) NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE FREEZERS AND REFRIGERATION UNITS FOOD STORED INSIDE GROCERY BAGS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

4-501.12 CUTTING BOARDS WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. MUST REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS
Severity not stated
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

4-301.12 OBSERVED POTS TOO LARGE TO BE SUBMERGED INTO THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK TO PROPERLY WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE OVER SIZED POTS, INSTALL A LARGER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK OR PROVIDE ALTERNATIVE WARE-WASHING FOR EQUIPMENT.
Not serious Priority Foundation
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

5-501.110 NOTED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER OVERLOADED AND PREVENTING PROPER LID CLOSURE. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS HAVE DUMPSTER LID CLOSED TO PREVENT FOOD SOURCE FOR PEST PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-020(B)
Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

PA 100-0367 NOTED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON DUTY WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.

Dec 6, 2017 License Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

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

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

ALL STORED CLEAN POTS AND PANS MUST BE STORED INVERTED.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

MUST INSTALL SPLASH GUARDS ON BOTH SIDES OF THE DISH EXPOSED HAND SINK BETWEEN THE MOP SINK AND THE CLEAN DISH RACK AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS FOUND DIRTY WITH FOOD SPLATTER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

HOLE IN THE WALL BASEBOARD IN THE HVAC CLOSET. MUST SEAL. MISSING BASEBOARD COVING IN SOME AREAS IN THE LADIES WASHROOM. MUST REPLACE. OPEN WALL AT THE KITCHEN ELECTRICAL BOX WITH EXPOSED RAW WOOD, UNSEALED BRICKS, NO FLOOR UNDER WITH EXPOSED DIRT/EARTH. MUST SEAL/PROVIDE A WALL AND FLOOR AT ELECTRICAL BOX IN KITCHEN.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

MUST INSTALL A GREASE TRAP AT THE SMALL THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.

Dec 1, 2017 License · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Serious Critical
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED

NO EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE KITCHEN FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST INSTALL AN EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA COOKS LINE WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER, SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
Not serious Minor
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

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

ALL STORED CLEAN POTS AND PANS MUST BE STORED INVERTED.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

MUST INSTALL SPLASH GUARDS ON BOTH SIDES OF THE DISH EXPOSED HAND SINK BETWEEN THE MOP SINK AND THE CLEAN DISH RACK AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS FOUND DIRTY WITH FOOD SPLATTER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

HOLE IN THE WALL BASEBOARD IN THE HVAC CLOSET. MUST SEAL. MISSING BASEBOARD COVING IN SOME AREAS IN THE LADIES WASHROOM. MUST REPLACE. OPEN WALL AT THE KITCHEN ELECTRICAL BOX WITH EXPOSED RAW WOOD, UNSEALED BRICKS, NO FLOOR UNDER WITH EXPOSED DIRT/EARTH. MUST SEAL/PROVIDE A WALL AND FLOOR AT ELECTRICAL BOX IN KITCHEN.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

MUST INSTALL A GREASE TRAP AT THE SMALL THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.

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