RestaurantLicence 2195981

Kim Long Restaurant

5114 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago 60639

Latest verdictPassSep 30, 2026 · 14 days ago

Inspections25since Oct 18, 2012

Fail rate21.7%5 of 23 verdictscitywide 22.4% · below average

City risk ratingHigh riskWhat this kind of business could do if it went wrong — not a grade it earned.

Read the pairs, not the count. A failure is normally followed within days by a re-inspection, and that re-inspection is a second row here. On the timeline below they sit almost on top of each other — one bad day, two marks.

The whole record

Pass39%
Conditional39%
Fail22%

25 inspections from 2012 to 2026 · hover a mark

2014201620182020202220242026

PassSep 30, 2026Short Form ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 44
  Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
  4-903.11 (a;b;d) observed plates not inverted. Instructed to invert plates after sanitizing and air drying.
2. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  5-205.15 observed drainpipe leaking under three-comparment sink in prep area. Instructed to repair leaking drainpipe.
PassJul 30, 2026CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no handwashing signage at prep handsink. A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees. Instructed to provide.
2. 44
  Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
  Observed plates not inverted. Instructed to invert plates after sanitizing and air drying.
3. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Observed drainpipe leaking under three-comparment sink in prep area. Instructed to repair leaking drainpipe.
4. 58
  Allergen training as required
  Observed expired allergen training on site. Instructed any persons with the city of Chicago food sanitation certificate to comply with completion of training. Must provide documentation.
ConditionalOct 23, 2025CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no handwashing signage at the handwashing sinks at the front and rear food prep areas. Instructed to provide and maintain.
2. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  Observed bulk and small dry food ingredient containers not labeled. Instructed to label with common food name and maintain.
3. 40
  Personal cleanliness
  Observed a food handler with no hair restraint in the rear food prep area. Instructed all food handlers must wear hair restraints and maintain.
4. 44
  Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
  Observed serving/cooking spoons, bowls, plates, an to go containters not inverted in the rear food prep area. Instructed to invert and maintain.
5. 48
  Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
  Observed one sink stopper missing for the three compartment sink. Instructed to provide and maintain.
6. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed the ventilation cover above the food prep table in the rear with dust build up. Instructed to clean and maintain.
7. 61
  Summary report displayed and visible to the public
  Observed no previous inspection summary report posted on site from 05/21/2024, report #2595003. New summary report given and posted for public view at this time. Priority foundation violation 7-42-010(b), citation issued
ConditionalMay 21, 2024Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 23
  Proper date marking and disposition
  Observed tcs foods (cooked rice, pasta) held for over 24 hours in walk-in cooler without discard dates. Instructed facility to provide discard date for any tcs foods held for over 24 hours. Priority foundation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
2. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed the inside of the deep fryer oil filtering unit with a build up of grease and food debris. Instructed to clean and maintain all
3. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed accumulated grease and food debris on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment, prep tables, coolers, freezers, shelving units. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
4. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed a heavy accumulation of dirt, dust, grease, food splatter and food debris on the walls and floors especially along the hot food service line under and around the cooking equipment and non cooking equipment. Instructed to clean and maintain all areas.
5. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed unused equipment and unnecessary articles in patio in rear exit area. Instructed manager to remove all unused, unnecssary equipment and articles to prevent pest harborage.
FailMay 14, 2024CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 23
  Proper date marking and disposition
  Observed tcs foods (cooked rice, pasta, chicken) held for over 24 hours with out discard dates. Instructed facility to provide discard date for any tcs foods held for over 24 hours. Priority foundation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
2. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed the inside of the deep fryer oil filtering unit with a build up of grease and food debris. Instructed to clean and maintain all
3. 48
  Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
  Found the three compartment sink not maintained; sink is leaking when draining the 3 compartment and waste water is collected with bucket. Instructed management to get drainage system serviced. Priority foundation 7-38-025. Citation issued
4. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed accumulated grease and food debris on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment, prep tables, coolers, freezers, shelving units. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
5. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed a heavy accumulation of dirt, dust, grease, food splatter and food debris on the walls and floors especially along the hot food service line under and around the cooking equipment and non cooking equipment. Instructed to clean and maintain all areas.
6. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed unused equipment and unnecessary articles in patio in rear exit area. Instructed manager to remove all unused, unnecssary equipment and articles to prevent pest harborage.
No verdictMay 13, 2024Non-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
PassApr 4, 2023Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  6-301.14-- observed no employee hand washing signage at hand sinks throughout establishment. Must provide.
FailMar 28, 2023CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no employee hand washing signage at hand sinks throughout establishment. Must provide.
2. 60
  Previous core violation corrected
  Previous core violation not corrected from 10/6/2022, report #2564939. #37-found bulk storage containers not labeled with common name of food. Instructed management to label all bulk food storage containers (sugar, salt, flour, etc). #47- observed meat stored directly inside grocery bags in the 2-door freezer. Observed large metal garbage cans being used for the bulk food storage containers next to the dish area. Instructed management to discontinue use of grocery bags and gabage cans, and to store all food inside approved food grade containers. #57-observed food handling employees without a food handler certificate. Must show proof of training for all food handling employees. #58-allergen training certificate is expired. Instructed management that all city of Chicago food managers must complete allergen training and keep non-expired certificate on site. Priority foundation violation. 7-42-090. Citation issued.
ConditionalOct 6, 2022ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 5
  Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
  Observed no vomit/diarrhea cleanup kit or written procedures on site at time of inspection. Instructed management to provide. Priority foundation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
2. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  Found bulk storage containers not labeled with common name of food. Instructed management to label all bulk food storage containers (sugar, salt, flour, etc).
3. 39
  Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
  Found personal employee food stored throughout the sliding 2-door cooler in the front drink prep area and inside the walk-in cooler. Instructed management to store personal food in a designated area within the cooler that is completely separate from the facility's food.
4. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed meat stored directly inside grocery bags in the 2-door freezer. Observed large metal garbage cans being used for the bulk food storage containers next to the dish area. Instructed management to discontinue use of grocery bags and gabage cans, and to store all food inside approved food grade containers.
5. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Found heavy dirt accumulation on the floor underneath the three compartment sink, and on the floors throughout the basement dry storage area, especially near the wall bases. Instructed to detail clean said areas and maintain.
6. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  Observed food handling employees without a food handler certificate. Must show proof of training for all food handling employees.
7. 58
  Allergen training as required
  Allergen training certificate is expired. Instructed management that all city of Chicago food managers must complete allergen training and keep non-expired certificate on site.
PassMar 1, 2022Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Found cardboard used to line the sides of the wok cooking equipment. Must remove cardboard and provide a surface that is non-absorbent, non-corrosive, and easily cleanable.
2. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed milk crates being used as shelving or for storage throughout facility. Must remove crates from premises and provide shelving/storage that is free of unnecessary crevices and designed/constructed to be easily cleanable.
3. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  Found no covered waste receptacles (waste can with lid) inside unisex restrooms. Must provide a covered waste receptacle in each unisex restroom for feminine hygiene products.
ConditionalFeb 16, 2022CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no handwashing cleanser at the front prep area handwashing sink. All handwashing sinks must be equipped with soap at all times. Priority foundation 7-38-030-(c). Citation issued.
2. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed the rear prep area/dish handwashing sink blocked with plastic in the sink basin and a cutting board on top of the plastic (also in the basin). Instructed to have handwashing sinks accessible at all times to allow for proper handwashing. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c). Consolidated with above citation.
3. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Found tcs foods at improper temperatures inside of the 2-door prep cooler. Observed ham and shrimp at 47 f. Instructed to discard all said tcs foods and always maintain all cold holding tcs foods at 41f or below. Manager voluntarily discarded all said tcs foods. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
4. 33
  Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
  Observed the 2 door prep cooler with an air temperature of 47.0 f. The cooler was used to store tcs foods such as meat and eggs. Management instructed to repair and maintain the cooler below 41f. Unit tagged and held for inspection by the Chicago department of public health and may not be used until re-inspected by cdph. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
5. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed milk crates being used as shelving or for storage throughout facility. Must remove crates from premises and provide shelving/storage that is free of unnecessary crevices and designed/constructed to be easily cleanable.
6. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Found cardboard used to line the sides of the wok cooking equipment. Must remove cardboard and provide a surface that is non-absorbent, non-corrosive, and easily cleanable.
7. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  Found no covered waste receptacles (waste can with lid) inside unisex restrooms. Must provide a covered waste receptacle in each unisex restroom for feminine hygiene products.
8. 60
  Previous core violation corrected
  Previous core violations from 9/11/2019 report #2312135 not corrected: violation #51 (5-205.15) the exposed hand washing sink in the rear prep area is slow draining. Management instructed to repair so that the sink drains properly. Violation #57 (2-102.13) observed food handling employees without a food handler certificate. Must show proof of training for all food handling employees. Must correct previous core violations. Priority foundation 7-42-090. Citation issued. Management repaired the prep handwashing sink before end of inspection and it is now draining properly.
9. 64
  Miscellaneous / public health orders
  Observed no written record describing the protocol for checking proof of vaccination in public places. Management instructed to provide and maintain.
10. 64
  Miscellaneous / public health orders
  Observed no written records for employee vaccination or weekly testing as required per osha standards. Management instructed to provide and maintain a written record.
ConditionalSep 26, 2019Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 5
  Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
  2-501.11 observed an incomplete clean up supply kit to respond to vomit and diarrheal events. Management instructed to have all supplies listed on your clean up procedure. Priority foundation 7-38-005. No citation issued.
2. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  4-602.13 clean the exterior of the grease trap in the basement next to the laundry area.
3. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  5-205.15 the exposed hand washing sink in the rear prep area is slow draining. Management instructed to repair so that the sink drains properly.
4. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-501.12 clean the grease on the wall of the basement near the laundry area and grease trap.
5. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  6-501.14 clean the grease from the ventilation hood and filters.
6. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  2-102.13 observed food handling employees without a food handler certificate. Must show proof of training for all food handling employees.
7. 59
  Previous priority foundation violation corrected
  8-404.13(b)(3) previous priority foundation violations from report #2312135 on 9/11/19 not corrected: 60 - 8-404.13(b:4): **pf** enforcement by the regulatory authority (non-compliance) previous core violations from report #2222916 on 9/25/18 not corrected: 38 - 6-501.112: observed dead oriental cockroaches throughout basement storage area. Must remove, clean, sanitize, and maintain area. 49 - 4-602.13: observed excessive food debris encrusted onto the interior of the fryer, the shelving in the reach in coolers, and on the exterior of the grill. Must remove debris, clean, and maintain areas. 55 - 6-501.12(a): observed excessive dirt/food debris encrusted onto the floor under equipment and along all wall bases throughout. Must detail clean and maintain. Priority 7-42-090. Citation issued.
FailSep 24, 2019Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 5
  Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
  2-501.11 observed an incomplete clean up supply kit to respond to vomit and diarrheal events. Management instructed to have all supplies listed on your clean up procedure. Priority foundation 7-38-005. No citation issued.
2. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  6-501.14 clean the grease from the ventilation hood and filters.
3. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  2-102.13 observed food handling employees without a food handler certificate. Must show proof of training for all food handling employees.
4. 59
  Previous priority foundation violation corrected
  8-404.13(b)(3) previous priority foundation violations from report #2312135 on 9/11/19 not corrected: 36 - 4-302.12: **pf** food temperature measuring devices observed no metal stem probe thermometer on the premises to take hot and cold food temperatures. Must provide. 60 - 8-404.13(b:4): **pf** enforcement by the regulatory authority (non-compliance) previous core violations from report #2222916 on 9/25/18 not corrected: 38 - 6-501.112: observed dead oriental cockroaches throughout basement storage area. Must remove, clean, sanitize, and maintain area. 49 - 4-602.13: observed excessive food debris encrusted onto the interior of the fryer, the shelving in the reach in coolers, and on the exterior of the grill. Must remove debris, clean, and maintain areas. 55 - 6-501.12(a): observed excessive dirt/food debris encrusted onto the floor under equipment and along all wall bases throughout. Must detail clean and maintain. Priority 7-42-090. Citation issued.
FailSep 11, 2019CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 3
  Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
  Observed no written employee health policy on the premises. Management instructed to have a signed employee health policy for each employee. Priority foundation 7-38-010. Citation issued.
2. 5
  Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
  Observed an incomplete clean up supply kit to respond to vomit and diarrheal events. Management instructed to have all supplies listed on your clean up procedure. Priority foundation 7-38-005. No citation issued.
3. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed the exposed hand washing sink in the rear food prep area inaccessible for use. Observed the water backing up in the sink when the water is running to wash hands. Management instructed to repair the sink so that it can be used properly. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.
4. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed improper cold holding temperatures of tcs foods inside of the 2 door prep cooler. Observed ham at 51.8f, beef at 50.9f, chicken at 44.6f, pork at 52.3f, and eggs at 55f. Management voluntarily discarded approximately 10# of of food owrth $25. Priority 7-38-005. Citation issued.
5. 33
  Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
  Observed the 2 door prep cooler with an air temperature of 49.3f. The cooler was used to store tcs foods such as meat and eggs. Management instructed to repair and maintain the cooler below 41f. Priority 7-38-005. Citation issued.
6. 36
  Thermometers provided & accurate
  Observed no metal stem probe thermometer on the premises to take hot and cold food temperatures. Must provide. Priority foundation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
7. 36
  Thermometers provided & accurate
  Must provide a thermometer inside of the 2 door prep cooler.
8. 41
  Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
  Observed wet wiping cloths stored on top of the prep tables and cooking equipment. Management instructed to store all wet wiping cloths in a container of sanitizer when not in use.
9. 48
  Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
  Observed no chemical test strips on the premises to measure the concentration of sanitizer at the 3 compartment sink. Must provide. Priority foundation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
10. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  Observed no covered waste receptacle in the women's washroom. Must provide.
11. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  Clean the grease from the ventilation hood and filters.
12. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  Observed food handling employees without a food handler certificate. Must show proof of training for all food handling employees.
13. +2 more
ConditionalSep 25, 2018ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 3
  Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
  2-102.14(n): no employee health policy on site. Must provide priority foundation violation#: 7-38-010. No citation issued.
2. 5
  Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
  2-501.11: no vomitous and diarrheal incident clean up policy and kit on site. Must provide. Priority foundation violation#: 7-38-005. No citation issued.
3. 16
  Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  4-602.11(e)(4): observed slight dirt/debris buildup on the interior of the ice machine. Must remove debris, clean, sanitize, and maintain.
4. 23
  Proper date marking and disposition
  3-501.17: must provide proper labels for date marking and disposition of refrigerated, ready-to-eat, tcs foods held over 24hrs. Priority foundation violation#: 7-38-005. No citation issued.
5. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  3-302.12: observed food inside the coolers without any labels. Must provide.
6. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  6-202.15: observed door in rear prep area with 1/2" gap at the bottom. Must provide all entryways to be tight fitting to prevent pest entry.
7. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  6-501.112: observed dead oriental cockroaches throughout basement storage area. Must remove, clean, sanitize, and maintain area.
8. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  4-102.11(a)(2): observed grocery bags being used to store food in coolers and freezers. Must remove and provide food grade bags/containers to store all food.
9. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  4-602.13: observed excessive food debris encrusted onto the interior of the fryer, the shelving in the reach in coolers, and on the exterior of the grill. Must remove debris, clean, and maintain areas.
10. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-501.12(a): observed excessive dirt/food debris encrusted onto the floor under equipment and along all wall bases throughout. Must detail clean and maintain.
11. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-201.15: observed cardboard being used as floor mats in rear prep area. Must remove and provide floor mats to be a non-porous, corrosion-resistant, smooth, easily cleanable surface.
12. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  6-501.14: observed an accumulation of dirt/debris buildup on the toilet rooms exhaust ventilation. Must detail clean and maintain.
13. +1 more
No verdictSep 21, 2018ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
ConditionalMar 23, 2018Suspected Food PoisoningRisk 1 (High)
1. 21
  * certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
  Upon inspection no one on site with the food sanitation when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served(cooked white rice, cooked beef)ect.violation serious 7-38-012
2. 28
  * inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
  Inspection report summary not displayed and visible to all customers serious violation 7-42-010b
3. 29
  Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
  Previous minor violation not corrected violation#45 foodhandler requirements not met. Serious violation 7-42-090
4. 30
  Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
  Needs to label food in reach in cooler and walk in cooler. Needs to use containers not paper bag.
5. 32
  Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
  Observed the cooking equipment covered in foil small range in kitchen area, and noticed towels cover food items, also noticed using plastic bags for food storage.
PassJun 27, 2017CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 30
  Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
  Must label food storage containers when food is not in original package
2. 31
  Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
  Must invert multiuser utensils on shelving units in dish area,plastic wear with handles in upright position
3. 32
  Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
  Must repair or replace missing door handle on reach in freezer in basement.must remove foil from pipes of cooking equipment and fryer,rust from lower shelf of prep table.
4. 33
  Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
  Must clean grease and food debris from fryer cabinet,fan guard covers in walk in cooler,wok station,all storage racks in prep area.
5. 34
  Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
  Must clean grease and food debris from floor in prep area along wall bases and under cooking equipment and basement,
6. 38
  Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
  Must provide sink stoppers for 3- comp sink.
7. 42
  Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
  Observed employee with open toe shoes.must provide enclosed toe shoes.
8. 45
  Food handler requirements met
  Idph food handlers requirements are not met for employees.must enroll and maintain.
PassOct 28, 2016CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 32
  Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
  Observed the rear cooking equipment covered in foil, instructed to remove/and maintain.
2. 33
  Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
  Observed the interior of the fryer door not clean, also rear oven, instructed to clean.
3. 34
  Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
  Observed floor under fryer not clean,instructed to clean.also clean floor under rear storage.
4. 35
  Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
  Observed wall behind the 3 compartment sink with black substance, instructed to clean/remove caulk/recaulk.
PassMay 10, 2016CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 32
  Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
  Observed cardboard on rear storage shelves, instructed to remove. Observed the basement box freezer in poor repair(lid has exposed instulation, instructed to replace. Also observed food stored in grocery bags, instructed to provide proper food grade container/baggies,ziploc etc.
2. 34
  Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
  Observed the floor under and around equipment not clean, instructed to clean.
3. 38
  Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
  Observed the rear handsink draining slow, instructed to repair.
4. 41
  Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
  Observed clutter in rear electrical room, instructed to organize and remove items not being used.
5. 45
  Food handler requirements met
  Observed no food handler certificate on premises at this time, instructed to provide. Given copy of idph's food handler info. At this time.
PassSep 25, 2015CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 30
  Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
  Found bulk food not labeled. (flour,sugar,etc.)
2. 34
  Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
  Found floors not clean at basement by grease trap. Must clean and sanitize.
ConditionalApr 16, 2014CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 12
  Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
  Observed hand washing facilities for staff without soap & towels at rear prep area handsink & no soap at front prep area handsink.soap & towels are now provided.must provide & maintain at all times.(critical 7-38-030)
2. 28
  * inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
  Observed no summary report posted displayed & visible to all customers to view.must provide & post summary at all times to be viewed.a summary report will be given & posted today. (serious 7-42-010b)
3. 30
  Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
  Must label bulk food storage containers.
4. 31
  Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
  Must store plastic wear properly.
5. 32
  Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
  Must remove foil from pipes of cooking equipment.must remove rust from shelving units in 2- door cooler.must repair or replace lid on chest freezer in poor repair.
6. 33
  Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
  Must clean grease from hood of ventilation ,food from interior of chest freezer in basement.
7. 34
  Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
  Must clean food debri from floor under cooking equipment & in basement.
8. 35
  Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
  Must seal opening in brick wall at rear door.must repair threshold at rear door.
9. 38
  Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
  Must clean floor drain in basement.
10. 40
  Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
  Must replace broke thermometer in 2- door cooler.
ConditionalMay 16, 2013Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 14
  Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
  Continued non compliance on previous order issued for no pest control log book, dated, 05/09/2013, pest control log book presented to me at this time of inspection, only had 2 sheets of paper which included inside log book at this time, a pest control report dated 5-16-2013 and he drew a map on the back of this invoice, the other sheet was with his license of his idph numbers# 051 and 052 numbers, informed owner the log book is incompleted. The following documentation still missing is as follow: must provide a record of any and all visits to the food establishment, describing all pest control-related activities conducted, including inspections and applications of all pesticides or other methods used to control pests, the log book record shall include a copy of the service ticket, company's idph license number, a record of all locations of all applications of pesticides, and a record of corrective action plan, critical citation issued: 7-42-090 pest control please note: operator drop off the documents during the end of inspection.pest control operator called owner to come out of establishment to get the documentions.
2. 30
  Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
  Must provide dates and labels on all cooked and prepared foods inside coolers and freezer
3. 32
  Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
  Must restrict using carryout bags for food storage, must provide food storage containers or food grade bags for food storage
4. 40
  Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
  Must provide thermometers inside all coolers
5. 41
  Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
  Must better organize all storage areas, first floor and basement areas, remove all clutter
FailMay 9, 2013CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 18
  No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
  No pest control log book on site with up to date pest control reports, and all necessary documents thats needed inside log book, business license, chemicals used, map, etc., basement back door not rodent proof approx., 1/4 gap opening at bottom of door, must repair, serious citation issued: 7-38-020
2. 30
  Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
  Must provide dates and labels on all cooked and prepared foods inside coolers and freezer
3. 32
  Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
  Must restrict using carryout bags for food storage, must provide food storage containers or food grade bags for food storage
4. 40
  Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
  Must provide thermometers inside all coolers
5. 41
  Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
  Must better organize all storage areas, first floor and basement areas, remove all clutter
PassOct 18, 2012LicenseRisk 1 (High)
1. 38
  Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
  Air gap not maintained at grease trap in basement. Instructed to elevate drainline at air gap.

Fails sit above the line, passes below. Every inspection the city has published for this licence.

On the street

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What it gets cited for

559×
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
478×
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
107×
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
327×
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
386×
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
306×
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
55×
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
335×
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Counted across every inspection on record here. A code that keeps coming back is the more telling signal.

Source

Published by the Chicago Department of Public Health as Food Inspections, updated weekly. This page shows every row the city holds under licence 2195981 — a business that changed hands may carry history from its predecessor.