Thai Lagoon Restaurant

Year	Inspections	Violations	Serious
2025	2	16	2
2024	1	3	0
2023	1	3	1
2022	3	12	3
2021	2	5	0
2019	1	8	0
2018	1	9	0
2017	2	8	1
2016	1	9	2
2015	1	5	0
2014	1	7	0
2013	2	10	1
2012	2	5	0
2011	2	7	0
2010	2	6	0

May 28, 2025 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Result: Pass.

May 20, 2025 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

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.
Serious Priority
PROPER COOLING TIME AND TEMPERATURE

OBSERVED BUCKET OF PANANG CURRY SAUCE AT 128.9F IN REACH IN COOLER WITHOUT BEING PROPERLY COOLED, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FROM REACH IN COOLER, REHEAT TO 135F, AND PROPERLY COOL SAUCE. (A) COOKED TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD SHALL BE COOLED: (1) WITHIN 2 HOURS FROM 57ºC (135ºF) TO 21ºC (70°F); AND (2) WITHIN A TOTAL OF 6 HOURS FROM 57ºC (135ºF) TO 5ºC (41°F) OR LESS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
Serious Priority
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OF THE FOLLOWING TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD ITEMS INSIDE THE FOOD DISPLAY COOLER TO BE IMPROPER: BEAN SPROUTS AT 59.2F, SHELLED RAW EGGS AT 56.0F, PANANG CURRY SAUCE AT 72.3F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 18 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $200.00 THROUGH THE DENATURING PROCESS. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE AND PROTECT FOOD ITEMS FROM CONTAMINATION WHILE STORED BY ELEVATING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS.
Severity not stated
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

OBSERVED PREP CART IN REAR PREP ENCRUSTED IN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN
Severity not stated
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED DELI CUP BEING USED AS A SCOOP, MUST PROVIDE SCOOP OR LADEL WITH HANDLE FOR DRY FOOD: SUGAR, SALT, AND SAUCES, ETC.
Severity not stated
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED

OBSERVED CLEAN KITCHENWARE FOUND MIXED WITH DIRTY KITCHENWARE IN THE DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED CLEAN ITEMS MUST BE KEPT SEPARATE FROM SOILED ITEMS AT ALL TIMES TO ENSURE SANITARY CONDITIONS ARE MAINTAINED.
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 TO REMOVE.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED MILK AND SODA CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELVING 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDE FLOOR ACCESSIBILITY TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

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

OBSERVED 3-COMPONENT SINK STOPPERS MISSING FOR 3 SINK BASINS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE WORKING STOPPERS AT 3-COMPONENT SINK.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE REAR PREP AREA WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN THEM AT ALL TIMES.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED EQUIPMENT ENCRUSTED WITH GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALLS, SURROUNDING FLOORS, AND SHELVING UNITS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN, AND SANITIZE.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON THE FLOORS AND SURFACES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN UNDER ALL SHELVING UNITS, INTERIOR OF PREP COOLERS, HOT-HOLDING UNITS, PREP TABLES AND INTERIOR DEEP FRYERS INCLUDING WHEELS ENCRUSTED WITH GREASE, TO REMOVE SPILLS, FOOD DEBRIS, DIRT BUILDUP AND/OR GREASE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED BURNED-OUT LIGHTS IN HOOD SYSTEM. NOTED DIM LIGHTING IN DRY STORAGE CLOSET, DRY STORAGE/ TO GO PACKING ROOM, REACH ON COOLERS, AND TOILET ROOMS UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE LIGHTING INTENSITY TO ENSURE VISIBILITY. MUST MAINTAIN
Not serious Priority Foundation
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

NOTED CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE FROM REPORT #2588235 CONDUCTED ON 1/18/24. PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED: (#49)4-602.13: FOUND FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN: SHELVING UNITS AT PREPARATION AREAS AND EXTERIOR OF DISHMACHINE.MUST CLEAN. (#55) 6-501.13: FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN INSIDE DRY STORAGE ROOM.MUST CLEAN. MUST CORRECT CORE VIOLATIONS BY THE DATE ON THE REPORT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

Jan 18, 2024 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

FOUND BULK FOOD CONTAINERS WITH NO LABELS.(FLOUR,STARCH,ETC.)MUST LABEL.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

FOUND FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN: SHELVING UNITS AT PREPARATION AREAS AND EXTERIOR OF DISHMACHINE.MUST CLEAN
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN INSIDE DRY STORAGE ROOM.MUST CLEAN.

Apr 26, 2023 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

Serious Priority
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS INSIDE OF THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER- COOKED NOODLES 58.8 F, TOFU AT 55.4 F AND BEEF AT 56.0 F. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL COLD TCS FOODS BELOW 41F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. OWNER STATES,"2-DOOR PREP COOLER WAS UNPLUGGED OVER NIGHT AND THEN PLUGGED BACK IN EARLIER THIS MORNING. FOUND SAID 2-DOOR REACH IN COOLER AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE AT 41.0 F AT THIS TIME. FOODS DISCARDED WEIGHT- 30 LBS, VALUED AT $60.00.
Severity not stated
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

PREP AREA BULK CONTAINERS NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE NOT LOCATED ON ICE MACHINE WATER LINE. MUST PROVIDE AND MAKE VISIBLE A BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR ICE MACHINE.

Nov 9, 2022 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Result: Pass.

Nov 2, 2022 Complaint · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Serious Priority
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS INSIDE OF THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER. OBSERVED EGGS AT 58.3F, SPRING ROLLS AT 60.3F, TOFU AT 46.4F, AND CREAM CHEESE AT 51.3F. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL COLD TCS FOODS BELOW 41F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Not serious Priority Foundation
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2561009 ON 7/20/22 NOT CORRECTED: 41 - OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF THE PREP TABLES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE WET WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZER WHEN NOT IN USE. 45 - OBSERVED SINGLE USE FORKS, SPOONS AND KNIVES IMPROPERLY STORED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE WITH HANDLES UP TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BY HANDS. 49 - CLEAN THE ROLLING CARTS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA, WIRE STORAGE RACKS NEXT TO THE GRILL AND ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, PREP TABLES, STAINLESS STEEL STORAGE SHELVES ABOVE THE PREP COOLER, AND INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYER. 55 - CLEAN THE GREASE AND DUST ON THE WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA. 56 - THE VENTILATION FAN IN THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM IS NOT OPERATIONAL. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE THE VENTILATION FAN. 57 - OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITHOUT A VALID FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW VALID PROOF OF TRAINING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

Jul 20, 2022 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Priority Foundation
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PRESENT WHILE TCS FOODS (RICE AT 168.1F) WAS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
Serious Priority
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS INSIDE OF THE 6 DOOR PREP COOLER. OBSERVED CHICKEN AT 53.6F, BEEF AT 79.3F, EGGS AT 56.5F, CUT TOMATOES AT 51.8F, TOFU AT 53.6F, AND CREAM CHEESE AT 56.1F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED APPROX. 100# OF FOOD WORTH $500. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Serious Priority
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL

OBSERVED THE 6 DOOR PREP COOLER WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 53F. THE PREP COOLER WAS USED TO STORE TCS FOODS SUCH AS MEAT AND DAIRY PRODUCTS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE PREP COOLER BELOW 41F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF THE PREP TABLES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE WET WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZER WHEN NOT IN USE.
Severity not stated
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED

OBSERVED SINGLE USE FORKS, SPOONS AND KNIVES IMPROPERLY STORED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE WITH HANDLES UP TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BY HANDS.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED SHELLED PEANUTS STORED IN DIRECT CONTACT WITH CARDBOARD BOXES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE A FOOD GRADE STORAGE CONTAINER WHICH CAN BE WASHED AND SANITIZED.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

CLEAN THE ROLLING CARTS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA, BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS, INTERIOR OF FREEZER, WIRE STORAGE RACKS NEXT TO THE GRILL AND ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, PREP TABLES, STAINLESS STEEL STORAGE SHELVES ABOVE THE PREP COOLER, AND INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYER.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE FLOOR IN THE FOOD PREP AREA UNDER EQUIPMENT AND UNDER THE DRY STORAGE SHELVES. CLEAN THE GREASE AND DUST ON THE WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

THE VENTILATION FAN IN THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM IS NOT OPERATIONAL. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE THE VENTILATION FAN.
Severity not stated
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITHOUT A VALID FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW VALID PROOF OF TRAINING.

Aug 18, 2021 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Result: Pass.

Aug 11, 2021 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED

OBSERVED SOME KNIVES IMPROPERLY STORED BETWEEN EQUIPMENT AND WALLS. MUST PROVIDE ADDITIONAL KNIFE RACKS.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED CAN OPENER AND CAN OPENER HOLDER WITH ACCUMULATED FOOD BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CAN OPENER AND HOLDER.
Not serious Priority Foundation
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

NO HIGH TEMPERATURE SANITIZING TEST STRIPS OR DISHWASHER THERMOMETER FOR HIGH TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE. MUST PROVIDE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE TEST STRIPS OR DISHWASHER THERMOMETER BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS/GREASE BUILD UP ON EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAPS AND FOOD BUILD UP ON INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS AND PREP TABLES/SHELVES. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED FOOD/DIRT BUILD UP ON FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT/COOLERS AND ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS THROUGHOUT PREP AND DISHWASH AREA. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR AT PREP AND DISHWASH AREA.

Nov 13, 2019 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

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

OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURE ON THE PREMISES FOR VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A CLEAN UP PROCEDURE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

FOUND WIPING CLOTHS NOT PROPERLY STORED WHEN NOT IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

FOUND THE INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYERS AND COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH THICK GREASE, DIRT AND FOOD BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

FOUND THE TRASH RECEPTACLE IN THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM WITH NO LID/COVER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A TRASH RECEPTACLE WITH A LID/COVER. MAINTAIN SAME.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FOUND THE WALLS AROUND THE SINK, COOLER, SHELVES AND COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH FOOD AND DIRT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. -FLOORS IN THE CORNERS, UNDER/AROUND THE COOLERS/COOKING AND HEAVY EQUIPMENT WITH FOOD, DIRT AND DEBRIS BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS THROUGH OUT.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FOUND THE MOP NOT PROPERLY STORED WHEN NOT IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE HANGING UP TO PROPERLY DRY WHEN NOT IN USE. MAINTAIN SAME.
Severity not stated
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED SEVERAL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

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

Oct 3, 2018 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

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

2-102.14(N) OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
Not serious Priority Foundation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

2-501.11 OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURE ON THE PREMISES FOR VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A CLEAN UP PROCEDURE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
Severity not stated
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED

4-903.11(C) OBSERVED PLASTIC SPOONS STORED IMPROPERLY IN PLASTIC CUPS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL SINGLE-USE UTENSILS WITH HANDLES UP TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION FROM HANDS.
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

4-501.11 REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKETS INSIDE OF THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

4-602.13 DETAIL CLEAN THE STAINLESS STEEL STORAGE SHELVES, INTERIOR OF FREEZER, SHELVES ABOVE THE PREP COOLER, EXTERIOR OF FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS, STOVE, DEEP FRYER.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.12 DETAIL CLEAN THE WALL BEHIND THE STOVE.
Severity not stated
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

6-202.11 OBSERVED LIGHT FIXTURES WITH NO LIGHT SHIELDS ON THEM. MUST INSTALL LIGHT SHIELDS ON THE LIGHT FIXTURES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
Severity not stated
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

2-102.13 OBSERVED SEVERAL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
Severity not stated
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

PA 100-0367 OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS WITHOUT PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS.

Apr 24, 2017 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

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

OBSERVED RUSTY SHELVING INSIDE FRONT 3-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER AND BOTTOM OF PREP SHELVING IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE

Apr 17, 2017 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

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

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS BEING STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. OBSERVED TWO CONTAINERS OF COOKED NOODLES STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES WITH INTERNAL TEMPERATURE RANGING FROM 50.4F TO 54.9F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELLY AND VOLUNTARY DISCARDED 30LBS OF FOOD WORTH $30. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS HAVE NOT BEEN CORRECTED FROM 7/18/16 NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE COOLERS NOT PROPERLY LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS WITH PRODUCT NAME, PREPARED BY DATE AND/OR USED BY DATE....NOTED FOOD ITEMS STORED IN GROCERY BAGS INSIDE CHEST FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD GRADE. 32 NOTED KNIVES STORED BETWEENS WALLS AND SINK AND SERVICE COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY AND STORE ALL KNIVES IN A KNIFE RACK. 34 INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASE ESPECIALLY UNDERNEATH COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH GREASE ON THE FLOOR AND BEHIND CHEST FREEZERS. 35 NOTED GREASE ACCUMULATION OF WALLS AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN....MUST ALSO CLEAN THE HOOD OF STOVE WITH GREASE AND DIRT. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED RUSTY SHELVING INSIDE FRONT 3-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER AND BOTTOM OF PREP SHELVING IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE.
Not serious Minor
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

OBSERVED A FEW BURNT OUT LIGHTS ABOVE FOOD STORAGE SHELVING IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

STOPPERS NEEDED AT THE 3COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

VISIBLE AND WORKING THERMOMETER NEEDED INSIDE 2-DOOR PREP COOLER. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE STEAM THERMOMETERS TO MONITOR FOOD TEMPERATURES.
Not serious Minor
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLES IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.

Jul 18, 2016 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

Serious Critical
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE

NOTED TEMPERATURE OF SERVICE COOLER TO BE IMPROPER AT 48.9F. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL EQUIPMENT IS MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE OF 40F AND BELOW. CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)
Serious Critical
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF THE FOLLOWING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ITEMS TO BE IMPROPER:-SHRIMP 48.2F, NOODLES (54.3F/50.9F/54.5F), EGGS 52.5F, TOFU 51.8F, CHICKEN 44.4F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 44 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $45.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED

NOTED OUTSIDE GREASE CONTAINER TO HAVE GREASE ON TOP, LID AND LIPS. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY HAD EMPLOYEES START CLEANING THE CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-020
Not serious Minor
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE COOLERS NOT PROPERLY LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS WITH PRODUCT NAME, PREPARED BY DATE AND/OR USED BY DATE....NOTED FOOD ITEMS STORED IN GROCERY BAGS INSIDE CHEST FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS WITH TIGHT FITTING LIDS.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

NOTED TORN RUBBER GASKET AT 2 DOOR REFRIGERATION UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN OR REPLACE.NOTED KNIVES STORED BETWEENS WALLS AND SINK AND SERVICE COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY AND STORE ALL KNIVES IN A KNIFE RACK.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

NOTED HEAVY ICE ACCUMULATION INSIDE CHEST FREEZER AT THE FRONT STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASE ESPECIALLY UNDERNEATH COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH GREASE ON THE FLOOR AND BEHIND CHEST FREEZERS.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

NOTED GREASE ACCUMULATION OF WALLS AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN....MUST ALSO CLEAN THE HOOD OF STOVE WITH GREASE AND DIRT.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

NOTED LEAKING FAUCET AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK BY THE STOVE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN....MUST ALSO CLEAN FANS INSIDE REFRIGERATION UNITS AND MAINTAIN.

Aug 14, 2015 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

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

MUST LABEL AND DATE ALL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED RUSTY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING INSIDE 4-DOOR COOLER. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

MUST CLEAN INTERIOR PANELS OF ICE MACHINE AT THE FRONT COUNTER. REMOVE DIRT. MUST CLEAN TOPS/BOTTOMS OF FOOD PREP TABLES,UTILTY ROLLING CARTS,SIDES OF HOT COOKING EQUIPMENTS,BOTTOM INTERIOR COMPARTMENTS OF THE DEEP FRYERS AND ALL REAR FOOD STORAGE SHELVING IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA.MUST REMOVE SPILLS DIRT AND GREASE BUILD-UP AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

LIGHTS NEEDED AT THE 4-DOOR COOLER. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHES STORE ON TOP OF PREP TABLES. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHES IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION.

Jul 30, 2014 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

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

NOTED A FEW FOOD FEW ITEMS IN GROCERY BAGS IN THE FREEZER AND COOLER. MUST PROPERLY STORE IN FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS WITH THE NAME AND DATE.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

NOTED THE FRONT STORAGE COOLER IN POOR REPAIR (CRACK GLASS DOOR). MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS. ALSO MUST CLEAN THE FILTER ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

FLOORS NEED CLEANING AROUND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR PREP AREA TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

WALLS NEED CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD SPLATTER BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT.
Not serious Minor
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

NOTED A FEW BURNT OUT LIGHTS: INSIDE REAR REACH IN COOLER AND ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS

NOTED THE SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON THE MEN'S TOILET ROOM DOOR BROKEN. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SELF CLOSING DEVICE.

Feb 28, 2013 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED

FOUND NO CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE OR VALID DOCUMENTATION POSTED OR DISPLAYED AS REQUIRED DURING THIS INSPECTION.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
Not serious Minor
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST B E LABELED TO IDENTIFY FOODS STORED,ANY OPEN CAN FOODS MUST BE TRANSFERED TO CLEAN AND SANITARY MULTI-USE CONTAINERS.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

REPAIR WATER LEAK AT MIDDLE DRAIN PIPE OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT WEST WALL.

Feb 5, 2013 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

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

FOUND INADEQUATE EQUIPMENTS,UTENSIL SANITATION. THE LOW TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE IN USE DISPENSING "O" PPM OF SANITIZER.MUST REPAIR,INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT CHLORINE SANITIZER MUST BE 100 PPM TO PROPERLY SANITIZE MULTI-USE KITCHEN UTENSILS. ALSO THE INTERIORS OF THE DISHMACHINE MUST BE CLEANED,SANITIZED. TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION.MUST NOT USE UNTIL THE CDPH IS NOTIFIED VIA FAX AT 312-746-4240 OR BY E-MAIL AT cdphfood@cityofchicago.org.FOR TAG REMOVAL.
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

FOUND EVIDENCE OF PEST APPROXIMATELY 35 RODENT MICE DROPPINGS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS ON FLOORS,ALONG WALL BASES OF THE DRY STORAGE ROOM NEAR THE KITCHEN,ALONG FLOORS,CORNERS OF CLUTTERED BAR AREAS.MUST DETAIL CLEAN,SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS,REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES,SEAL OPENINGS ON WALLS WERE NOTED TO MANAGER,ALSO THE IDPH PEST CONTROL LICENSE IS EXPIRED. PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NOW RECCOMNDED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
Not serious Minor
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST B E LABELED TO IDENTIFY FOODS STORED,ANY OPEN CAN FOODS MUST BE TRANSFERED TO CLEAN AND SANITARY MULTI-USE CONTAINERS.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

THE FOLLOWING REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING INTERIOR/EXTERIORS OF COOLERS,TOPS/BOTTOMS OF FOOD PREP TABLES,UTILTY ROLLING CARTS,SIDES OF HOT COOKING EQUIPMENTS,BOTTOM INTERIOR COMPARTMENTS OF THE DEEP FRYERS,KNIFE STORAGE ON WEST WALL ETC.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES ESPECIALLY BENEATH THE COOKING EQUIPMENTS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING.
Not serious Minor
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

A SECTION OF CEILING OVER THE BAR AREA MUST BE REPAIRED TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES AND HOOD/FILTERS OVER THE COOKING EQUIPMENTS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

REPAIR WATER LEAK AT MIDDLE DRAIN PIPE OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT WEST WALL.

Mar 7, 2012 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Result: Pass.

Feb 24, 2012 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

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

All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. FOUND RODENT DROPPINGS APPROXIMATELY 25 ON FLOORS IN CORNERS, ALONG WALL AREAS, STORAGE CLOSET ROOM NEAR REAR KITCHEN AREA, ON FLOORS UNDER COUNTER AT BAR SERVING AREA, INSTD. MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN, SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS, REMOVE CLUTTERED, SEAL ALL OPENINGS WERE NOTED, MUST ALSO RODENT PROOF ALL DOORS APPROX. 1/2 INCH GAP OPENING AT BOTTOM OF DOOR, SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-020
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST RESEAL/REPLACE RUSTY WIRE SHELVING IN REACH-IN COOLERS MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT REAR EXPOSED HAND SINK
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST CLEAN FRONT INTERIOR OF REACH-IN COOLER, BY SLIDING DOOR INTERIOR
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT, THROUGHOUT PREMISES
Not serious Minor
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. MUST CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE ALL STORAGE AREAS

Jul 5, 2011 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Result: Pass.

Jun 24, 2011 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

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

All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. FOUND RODENT MICE DROPPINGS APPROXIMATELY 25 ON FLOORS IN CLUTTERED STORAGE CLOSET ROOM AT REAR,ON FLOORS UNDER COUNTER AT BAR SERVING AREA. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS. INSTD. MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN,SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS,REMOVE CLUTTERED CONDITIONS,SEAL OPENINGS WERE NOTED,PEST CONTROL CO SERVICE NOW RECCOMENDED. WILL BE BACK FOR REINSPECTION ON 7/1/11.
Not serious Minor
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use.CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS,SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES IN KITCHEN MUST BE PROPERLY STORED,INVERTED TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.Cutting boards with deep, dark grooves must be sanded/bleached or replaced.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.Clean and degrease the cooking equipment and surfaces in detail,interior panel ice machine,interior deep fryer,coolers.
Not serious Minor
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.FOUND LIGHT BULBS IN KITCHEN NOT SHIELDED.MUST PROVIDE,MAINTAIN.
Not serious Minor
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS

Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated.TOILET ROOM DOORS MUST BE SELF CLOSING.
Not serious Minor
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units.METAL STEM THERMOMETER IS NEEDED FOR MONITORING FOOD TEMPERATURES.

Jan 20, 2010 Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Result: Pass.

Jan 12, 2010 Suspected Food Poisoning · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

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

All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. EVIDENCE OF MICE OR RODENT ACTIVITY NOTED ON PREMISES DURING INSPECTION.OBSERVED 25- 45 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOORS IN STORAGE CLOSET ROOM AT REAR,ON FLOORS UNDER COUNTER AT BAR SERVING AREA,AND ON STORAGE SHELVING UNITS AT ABOVE MENTIONED ROOM. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS. INSTD. MGNT. CLEAN DROPPINGS AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS WITH BLEACH. WILL BE BACK FOR REINSPECTION ON 01-19-10.
Not serious Minor
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. MUST PROVIDE LABELS WITH DATES ON PREPARED FOOBS IN COOLERS.
Not serious Minor
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. FOUND CLEANED UTENSILS IN KITCHEN AND FRON SERVINING AREA NOT PROPERLY STORED,INSTD.TO INVERT.[STORE UPSIDE DOWN] AT ALL TIMES. MUST REMOVE UTENSILS STORED AGAINST WALLS BETWEEN #2 3COMP.SINK.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST REPLACE BADLY WORNED OUT CUTTING BOARD WITH STAINS AND DEEP CUTS ON CHEFS PREP COOLER TOP. MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD LININGS ON SHELVES IN KITCHEN.
Not serious Minor
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. THE FOLLOWINGS NEEDS CLEANING:VENT COVERS IN COOLERS,INSIDE COOLER BOTTOMS,SIDE WALLS OF GRILL.EXTERIORS WALLS OF COOLERS,STOEAGE SHELVES, 3COMP.SINKS,PREP TABLES, AND TOP OF DISHMACHINE.
Not serious Minor
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN UNDER AND AROUND COOLERS AND OTHER EQUIPMENTS IN , AND AT FRONT NW COUNTER IN DINING NEEDS CLEANING.

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