Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed pest activity in facility. Observed approximately 8 live roaches in facility, observed live roaches crawling in corners of shelving above prep table. Observed two large flies in dining area. Instructed to eliminate roach and fly activity in facility, recommended pest control service facility on or after 10/1/2026 to eliminate roach and fly activity. Instructed to clean and sanitize said affected equipment and clean affected areas. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-020(a) citation issued

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed dead roach in interior of small cold holding unit. Instructed to remove all dead insects from facility. Instructed to clean and sanitize said cold holding unit.

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Observed leaking from hot and cold water knobs on faucet at rear prep/dishwashing handwashing sink. Instructed to repair and maintain. Observed leaking faucet at three compartment sink. Instructed to repair faucet and maintain.

Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Observed waste water backing up from lid of grease trap onto floor when draining sanitizer compartment of three compartment sink in prep/dishwashing area. Instructed manager to repair grease trap in prep/dishwashing area for appropriate waste water drainage. Priority violation 7-38-030(c) citation issued.

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Observed black buildup on exterior of outside grease container. Instructed to clean exterior of outside grease container and maintain.

All food employees have food handler training

At time of inspection facility provided expired food handler training certificates for food handlers. Instructed to provide valid food handler certificates for all food handlers.

Previous core violation corrected

Observed previous core violations from inspection report #2638385 dated 06/11/2026 not corrected. Instructed to correct. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090. Citation issued. Observed openings in middle, at base and in between panels of rear exit doors. Instructed to seal all outer openings to prevent pest entrance. Observed stained ceiling tiles throughout facility. Observed stained ceiling tiles in areas such as dining room and in rear prep area. Instructed to replace all stained ceiling tiles throughout facility and maintain. Observed dust buildup on wall above rear exit doors. Instructed to clean wall above rear exit doors and maintain. Observed grease buildup on heater installed in ceiling near dishwashing area. Instructed to remove grease buildup on heater installed in ceiling near dishwashing area and maintain. Observed grease buildup on floors, in corners and along bases of wall underneath and behind all cooking equipment and cold holding units in rear prep area. Instructed to clean floors in said areas and maintain. Observed unused equipment and containers stored outside space in between rear exit and unused walk in cooler. Instructed to remove all unused or non working equipment that is unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment. Observed dust and grease buildup on filters in both hoods in rear prep area. Instructed to clean filters in both hoods in rear prep area and maintain.

Proper date marking and disposition

Observed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety (tcs) foods (cooked seitan) not date marked to indicate the product's name and date in which the food must be sold, discarded or consumed within 7 days. Instructed to provide proper labels for date marking and discard date for refrigerated, ready-to-eat, tcs foods held over 24hrs that is placed in all cold-holding units. Pic discarded and denatured approx. 17 lbs valued at $80, priority foundation violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed pest activity with approx. 25 small flies noted during inspection. Small fly activity was noted in dish area and south hall to walk-in cooler. Instructed to consult pest control as additional services are needed to minimize or eliminate activity prior to re-inspection. Priority foundation violation #7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

In-use utensils: properly stored

Observed ice scooper at cooks line ice machine being stored inside of the ice bin. Instructed to store ice scoop in its own covered container outside of machine between uses.

Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

Observed an excessive amount of ice build-up on all interior surfaces of standing chest freezer inside of walk-in cooler. Instructed to remove excess ice, detail clean, and maintain.

City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

Noted facility did not provide a valid city of Chicago food service sanitation certificate for employees working on site. Informed a certified manager with a current city of Chicago certificate must be on premises at all times and a valid must remain posted on site whenever time and temperature control for safety(tcs) foods are being prepared, handled and/or served. Priority foundation violation #7-38-012. Citation issued.

Thermometers provided & accurate

Noted no metal stem thermometer on site to monitor the internal food temperature of tcs food cooked, delivered and served. Facility must obtain and maintain proper thermometers. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. Citation issued

Food properly labeled; original container

Noted no labels for bulk storage containers (flour, sugar, salt, etc). Instructed person in charge all bulk and working food ingredient containers must be labeled with contents name.

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

Observed food containers stored on the floor in the 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.

All food employees have food handler training

Observed no proof of training for all food handlers. Instructed to provide and maintain records at all times.

Proper date marking and disposition

Observed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety (tcs) re-packaged and re-wrapped sour cream, steak meat, chorizo, sausage, souse, and a variety of cheeses not date marked to indicate the product's name and date by which the food must be sold, discarded, or consumed within 7 days. Instructed to provide proper labels for date marking and discard date for refrigerated, ready-to-eat, tcs foods held over 24hrs placed in all cold-holding units. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 citation issued.

Food properly labeled; original container

Observed packaged flan not properly labeled and displayed for sale in display cooler. Instructed manager to properly label all packaged food items with name, business name, address, ingredients. Etc.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed dead insects on floor in basement storage area. Instructed manager to remove all dead insects from basement floor.

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

Observed damaged gaskets on doors of 4-door reach-in cooler. Instructed manager to replace damaged door gaskets. Observed inadequate stoppers for 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to provdie adequate stoppers for 3-compartment sink. Observed condensation line draining inside 4-door cooler. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Observed meat spills and debris on floor in basement. Instructed manager to clean and maintain floors in basement.

Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

Observed person in charge without valid proof of food safety management training during time of inspection. Must provide.

City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

Observed facility food handlers preparing and handling time and temperature control for safety(tcs) foods without an original city of Chicago food service certificate holder on site. Informed person in charge the certified manager and their original city of Chicago food service certificate must remain posted on site during tcs food prep, cooking, serving and operating hours. Priority foundation violation #7-38-012. Citation issued

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed evidence of rodent activity on the premises. Observed approximately 15 small mouse droppings on the floor between cooler and trash can at service counter. Approx.15 small rodent droppings in office. Approx. 10 rodent droppings under kitchen prep table and 10 small rodent droppings in dish room under 3 compartment sink. Instructed to remove, clean and sanitize affected area priority foundation #7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Noted grease receptacle in need of cleaning. Instructed to deep clean and maintain.

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Observed all outside dumpsters with lids not closed due to trash overflowing. Instructed to correct and maintain to ensure tight fitting lids. Priority foundation violation #7-38-020(b). Citation issued

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Observed floors underneath storage rack in dish room not clean. Noted red sticky spillage. Also noted hole in ceiling in rear and on east wall in dish room. Instructed to properly repair and maintain.

Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

Observed no person in charge with valid Chicago food sanitation certificate. Instructed manager to designate person in charge during all hours of operation.priority foundation

City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

Observed no Chicago food sanitation manager on site or valid certificate posted when cooked ground beef, sliced deli meat and raw fresh meat prepared and served. A Chicago food sanitation manager must be on site and valid certificate posted when tcs food prepared and served. Priority foundation 7-38-012 citation issued

Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

Observed no employee health policy available. Instructed manager to provide signed acknowledgement of employee responsibility to report any illness transmissible through food. Priority foundation 7-38-010 no citation issued

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed missing handwashing signs at handwashing sinks in men washroom and rear dishwashng areas. Instructed manager to provide handwashing signs at all handwashing sinks used by employees.

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed rear handwashing sink not accessible, filled with cleaning supplies and in poor repair, water leaking heavily from drainpipe. Instructed manager to remove all items, repair and maintain rear handwashing sink. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c) citation issued

Thermometers provided & accurate

Observed no metal stem thermometer available for internal temperatures. Instructed manager to provide and maintain. Change in risk: the facility must have one. Priority foundation 7-38-005 no citation issued

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed 1/4" gap at bottom of front door. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on doors to prevent pest entry.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed fly strip hanging above prep table in meat prep area. Instructed manager to remove all fly strips from prep area.

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

Observed food items stored on floor in walk-in freezer. Instructed manager to elevate all food items six inches off floor.

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Observed soiled wiping cloths on prep table. Instructed manager to store wiping cloths in sanitizing solutiong between uses.

Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

Observed no drainboard on 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to provide for proper air drying of food equipment and utensils.

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed no hand soap available at handsink in prep/diswashing area. Instructed to provide handsoap at all times. (corrected on site-manager provided soap) priority foundation violation 7-38-030 (c) citation issued

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed no paper towels at exposed hand washing sink in dishwashing area and employee's washroom. Instructed to maintain paper towels at all exposed hand washing sinks at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). Citation combined with above violation.

Proper cold holding temperatures

Observed tcs foods at improper temperature requirement stored in walk-in cooler found internal temperatures of the following food products: chicken at 47.0f, 46.8, chorizo at 46.9f, sausage at 46.0f and beef at 46.8f. Instructed all tcs foods must maintain cold holding temperature of below 41.0f and hot holding temperature of above 135.0f. Operator voluntarily discarded and denatured foods during inspection. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Observed walk-in cooler not maintaining proper temperature 49f. Instructed manager to repair and maintain cooler at 41f or below. Prep cooler is tagged held for inspection and must not be used until reinspected by Chicago department of health. Priority 7-38-005 citation issued.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed over 50 dead roaches throughout the rear prep area. Also observed a decomposing rat located in the basement storage area. Must remove and clean.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed inadequate insects control, found about 5 live roaches scattered through out prep and dry storage area. Instructed to eliminate insects activity in all affected areas, pest control service is recommended. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a)

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Observed wiping cloth for wiping the prep tables, chopping board. Must be stored on a bucket with sanitizing solution in between uses.

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

Observed a 'scotts' fertilizer branded pressure sprayer to store water and spray potatoes. Instructed to remove and use only food-grade equipment. Citation issued, priority violation 7-38-025.

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

Observed cardboard used as liner on shelving units in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to remove all cardboard from shelving units. All food and non-food contact surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable.

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

Observed the meat slider in the rear food prep area with a build up of food/meat debris inside where the meat is cut. Instructed to clean and maintain.

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

Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

Observed no adequate supplies (disposable mop, disposable latex gloves, disposable mask, and adequate sanitizer *must eliminate norovirus*) on site to properly clean up any vomit or diarrhea events that can potentially occur inside of the food establishment. Instructed to provide adequate supplies for vomit and diarrhea clean up. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.

Hands clean & properly washed

Observed food handler close outside dumpster lid and return to kitchen to handle food with out washing hands. Then observed food handler discarding food and touching trash can wash their hands without using cleanser. Informed pic of when to wash. Priority violation #7-38-010. Citation issued.

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Noted improper cold-hold temperature of 56.7 f smoothie prep cooler. Informed all refrigerator units shall maintain a proper temperature of 41f and below. Refrigerator unit must not be used until reinspected by Chicago department of public health (cdph). Priority violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.

Food properly labeled; original container

Noted bulk dry ingredients in large containers without labels. Instructed to provide labels of common name on all items removed from its original container

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Noted green wiping cloth on smoothie prep cooler cutting board. Instructed to store in proper sanitizing buckets with sanitizing solution in between use.

In-use utensils: properly stored

Observed ice scooper being stored on a towel on the top of the ice bin. Instructed on how to properly store ice scoop between uses.

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Noted toilet fixtures and floors behind and underneath toilet not clean. Instructed to clean

Food properly labeled; original container

Noted bulk food items stored inside containers at the basement food prep/dry storage and display area not properly labeled. Instructed management that all bulk and working food ingredient containers must be labeled with contents name.

Food properly labeled; original container

Prepacked tofu in dispaly cooler missing labels. Packages must be labled with food name, ingedients, source and net contents.

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

Food containers stored on floor in the meat prep counter, walk in coolers and dry storages . Must provide proper, raised shelving to store food containers 6" off floor.

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

Noted ice build up inside the walk in freezer on the floor and shelves. Instructed to repair and maintain the condensation units.

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

Noted some use of milk and soda crates for elevation throughout establishment. Instructed not to use milk or soda crates for elevation to prevent hiding places for pest. Must provide appropriate shelving for storage. All food items must also be stored 6" away from the wall.

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

Noted premise using pallets without a pallet moving equipment. Instructed to provide equipment for easy removal of pallets to maintaining a clean premise and free from hiding places for pest.

Proper cold holding temperatures

Observed sliced tomatoes held at an inadequate temperature of 47 f. Instructed manager to ensure all cold tcs foods are held at 41 f and below. Manager discarded 1 pound of sliced tomatoes ($3) priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued.

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Observed front cooler with an ambient air temperature of 48 f. Instructed manager to ensure all cold holding units have an ambient air temperature of 41 f and below. Cooler tagged. Prioirty violation 7-38-005 citation issued.

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

Observed rack of meat stored on sheet pan on floor. Instructed manager to ensure all items are at least six inches off the floor.

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

Observed rust build up on racks inside walk in coolers. Instructed manager to repaint or replace racks.

Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Observed inadequate waste water disposal at mop sink. Water does not go down drain. Instructed manager to unclog drain. Priority violation 7-38-030(c) citation issued.

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Observed toilet with heavy residue build up on interior of bowl as well as exterior of toilet. Instructed manager to clean toilet.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Observed hole in upper wall in 1st floor dry storage area. Instructed manager to patch hole.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Observed debris and soil build up on floor around griddle area.

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Observed build up of dust on filters above griddle area. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

6-202.13 observed fly strips hanging in basement produce prep area. Instructed manager to remove all fly strips from prep area.

Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

4-903.11(a;c) observed meat trays stored on floor inside meat walk-in cooler. Instructed manager to elevate all trays six inches off floor

Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

Observed no written employee health policy on premises. Management instructed to provide a signed employee health policy for each employee. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010. Citation issued.

Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

Observed no clean up supplies on the premises to respond to a vomit or diarrheal event. Management instructed to provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

Hands clean & properly washed

Observed a food handling employee fail to wash their hands before donning gloves to prepare a sandwich. Management instructed on when to wash hands. Priority violation 7-38-010. Citation issued.

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed no hand washing sign at the exposed hand washing sink in the food prep area. Management instructed to provide.

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed no hand washing soap provided in the washroom. Management instructed to provide hand soap at all hand washing sinks at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

Proper cold holding temperatures

Observed cold tcs foods stored at improper temperatures inside of the display cooler. Observed eggs at 46f, milk at 49f, cut melon at 48f, and cream cheese at 48f. Management instructed to maintain all cold tcs foods below 41f. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed over 500 mouse droppings throughout the store in the retail food area, food prep area, washroom, mop closet and rear storage area. Observed approx. 100 mouse droppings on the retail and storage area shelves and in cardboard boxes stored on the shelves. Observed approx. 50 droppings on the prep tables of the food prep area. Observed approx. 350 mouse droppings on the floor underneath the retail and storage shelves, along the walls and behind equipment. Management instructed to clean and remove all rodent droppings throuhgout the premises. Also observed several flying insects around the floor drain of the 3-compartment sink. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate the pest activity throughout. Priority violation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

Personal cleanliness

Observed the food handling employee without a hair restraint while preparing food. Management instructed that hair restraints must be worn by all food handling employees.

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

Observed dark stained cutting boards stored on top of the food prep tables. Management instructed to replace or resurface the cutting boards.

Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

Clean the microwave, prep tables, and prep coolers including along the sliding door tracks, above and inside.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Observed excessive clutter on the floor in the food prep area. Observed unused chest freezer in front of the front counter. Management instructed to remove. Management instructed to store items off of the floor and away from walls to eliminate pest harborage conditions.

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed no paper towel at the hand-sink in the prep area. Informed person in charge that paper towels must be available at hand sinks at all times. Food handler obtained paper towel for hand sink during time of inspection priority foundation violation #7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction

Must provide the date on all shellfish tags, when the last shellstock from the container is sold or served; and store all shellfish tags in chronological order for at least 90 days from the sale date. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Observed ice machine located in basment prep/storage area with a build-up of black slime substance, dripping onto ice cubes stored at below ice bin.ice is used for human consumption. Instructed to clean, sanitize and maintain. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005.citation issued

Proper hot holding temperatures

Observed the following food not meeting require temperature of 135f degrees or above in the designated hot-holding unit: al pastor 109.4f. Manager immediately and voluntarily disposed of 5 lbs of products worth $50.00 through denaturing process. Priority violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.

Proper date marking and disposition

Observed ready to eat, temperature control for safety foods (beans, rice, chicken soup, beef). Not properly dated, stored longer than 24 hours inside walk-incooler. Instructed to provide proper date marking with disposition date for rte foods prepared on site and held over 24hours in cold holding units. Reviewed proper date labeling of prepared tcs foods.ing unit: al pastor 109.4f. Manager immediately and voluntarily disposed of 500 lbs of products worth $15000.00 through denaturing process priority foundation violation 7-38-005 citation issued.

Thermometers provided & accurate

Observed no ambient air thermometers inside the reach in coolers and display coolers. Instructed to provide conspicuous and easily readable thermometers inside all refrigerator units to properly monitor the ambient air temperature of equipment.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed rodent infestation. Live mice and rat observed in basement over 350 droppings in the following areas throughout: dining room, 1st floor prep, basement prep and on shelves in basement, chest freezer throughout basement, on dried pinto bean storage , on onions under the stairs in dry storage area, along baseboards and under in stored items throughout the southeast side of the basement rear south basement. Instructed to remove all droppings, sanitize all affected areas have pest co. Service for rats and mice. Priority violation 7-38-020(a) citation issued.

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

Observed food containers stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler, 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.

In-use utensils: properly stored

Observed scoops for dry storage containers being stored directly inside of the container. Instructed to properly store all utensils between use.

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

Observed rusted and food encrusted storage racks in walk in cooler, surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable.instructed to clean and maintain

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

Observed pallets being used as shelving throughout the walk in cooler/ walk in freezer and basement storage areas. Must remove pallets and provide shelving that is 6" off the floor and provides floor accessibility to ensure adequate facility cleaning.

Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

Observed person in charge without proof of food safety management training during time of inspection. Must provide.

City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

Observed facility without a valid city of Chicago food service sanitation certificate holder on site while tcs foods (fish, chicken, beef, dairy products, cooked/reheated food) where being held and handled. Owner/ certified food manager arrived at 3:47pm without certificate. Informed person in charge an original city of Chicago food service certificate must be posted, along with the certified manager being on site when time and temperature control for safety(tcs) foods are stored, prepared, cooked and served. Priority foundation violation #7-38-012. Citation issued.

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed handsinks in prep area, dish area and employee restroom 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.

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Observed grease spilled on grounds surrounding outside grease container. Instructed manager to clean and maintain outside waste grease area and waste grease container. Priority foundation violation #7-38-020(b). Citation issued.

All food employees have food handler training

Observed no proof of training for all food handlers. Instructed to provide and maintain records on site at all times.

Allergen training as required

Observed no proof of allergen training. Instructed all city of Chicago certified food managers obtain this certificate.

Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

Observed person in charge without proof of food safety management training during time of inspection. Must provide.

City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

Observed facility without a valid city of Chicago food service sanitation certificate posted onsite for food employees. Instructed person in charge to obtain an original city of Chicago food service certificate and certificate must be posted, along with the certified manager being on site when time and temperature control for safety(tcs) foods are stored, prepared, cooked and served. Priority foundation violation #7-38-012. Citation issued.

Proper cold holding temperatures

Noted improper internal temperatures of the following time/temperature control for safety food items inside deli display cooler: ham 47.7 f, turkey 49.5 & 51.3 f, chicken 49.1 f, roast beef 48.2 f, eggs 47.4. Person in charge discarded remaining tcs drinks: protein yogurt smooties, and juice. Pic discarded and denatured approx. 68 lbs valued at $400. Priority violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.

Proper date marking and disposition

Observed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety (tcs) foods (italian beef, ground beef, sandwiches) not date marked to indicate the product's name and date in which the food must be sold, discarded or consumed within 7 days. Instructed to provide proper labels for date marking and discard date for refrigerated, ready-to-eat, tcs foods held over 24hrs placed in all cold-holding units.vpriority foundation violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Noted improper cold-hold temperature of equipment. Ambient air recorded at 50.5 at start of inspection and 46.8 once display cooler was emptied. Informed pic that all refrigerator units shall maintain a proper temperature of 41 f and below. Refrigerator unit must not be used until reinspected by Chicago department of public health (cdph). Priority violation #7-38-005. Citation issued

Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

Observed facility without a chemical test kit for chlorine sanitizer on site. Informed person in charge a test kit that accurately measures the concentration in mg/l of sanitizing solution must be provided. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Observed outdoor storage space between building and orange shipping crate not organized. Noted boxes and crates scattered throughout enclosed space. Instructed to remove all unused unnecessary items from area to prevent pest harborage.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Noted clutter on the floors in the dishroom/ storage area. Instructed to remove all unused, unnecessary items. All kept items are to be stored on proper shelving that is non-porous, smooth and easy to clean and a minimum of six inches off the ground.

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Observed dust buildup on ceiling ventilation fan inside washroom. Instructed to clean

All food employees have food handler training

Observed no proof of training for all food handlers. Instructed to provide and maintain records on site at all times.

Allergen training as required

Observed no proof of allergern training for all certified food manager. Instructed any persons with the city of Chicago food sanitation certificate to comply with completion of training and provide and maintain documention on site at all times.

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Noted no lid on receptacle in staff washroom located in kitche office. Instructed to provide and maintain.

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Noted no self-closing device on toilet room door. Instructed to install.

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

6-301.14 observed no handwashing signs at handwashing sinks in staff washrooms. Instructed manager to provide handwashing signs at all handwashing sinks used by employees.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

6-202.13 observed fly strips hanging in basement produce prep area. Instructed manager to remove all fly strips from prep area.

Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

4-903.11(a;c) observed meat trays stored on floor inside meat walk-in cooler. Instructed manager to elevate all trays six inches off floor.

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

4-501.11 observed water leaking and ice buildup on compressor unit inside meat prep area. Instructed manager to repair and maintain unit.

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

5-204.12 observed hose connected to sink in meat prep area with no backflow device. Instructed manager to remove and provide backflow device.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

6-501.11 observed missing ceiling tiles in meat prep area. Instructed manager to replace ceiling tiles and maintain.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed evidence of rodent activity on the premises. Observed approximately 30 mouse droppings on the floors in northwest and northeast office. And along the walls in prep area closest to kitchen management instructed 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.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Noted 2 dead mice on trap in northeast office.

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

4-501.12// noted cutting boards in kitchen with deep cuts and stains. Instructed to deep clean and restore to smooth and easy to clean surface by sanding and sealing or replace and maintain.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Noted standing water in northwest corner of 3 compartment sink. Instructed to identify source & repair.

All food employees have food handler training

2-102.13//observed no proof of training for all food handlers. Instructed to provide and maintain records on site at all times.

Allergen training as required

2-102.13//observed no certified food manager with proof of allergen training. Instructed any persons with the city of Chicago food sanitation certificate to comply with completion of training. Must maintain documentation on site.

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed handsinks at service lines and prep area not meeting min. Temperature of hot water. Hot water temp. Recorded at 62.4 f and 62.9 f at service lines and 77 f in prep area. Minimum temp. Requirements for hot water at handsinks is 100 f. Must provide and maintain at all times. Priority violation #7-38-030 (c) no citation issued.

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Observed top interior of ice machine located in ktchen with a build up of black,brown and pink substance. Ice is used for human consumption. Instructed to remove ice, clean and sanitize all surfaces and maintain.

Proper cold holding temperatures

Observed improper cold holding temperatures of tcs foods: turkey slices 45.7 f, sausage patties 46 f, boiled eggs 45.5 f, cheese sticks 46.9 f, mozzarella cheese 46.8f. Pic discarded and denatured approx. 40 lbs valued at $172. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. No citation issued

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed 1/4 inch gap at southeast rear door located next to kitchen office. Instructed to provide a tight seal at all doors to prevent pest entry

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

Observed shelves in walk in cooler with rust and mold. Instructed to clean and restore to smooth and easy to clean surface

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed no handwashing signs at handwashing sinks in staff washrooms. Instructed manager to provide handwashing signs at all handwashing sinks used by employees.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed fly strips hanging in basement produce prep area. Instructed manager to remove all fly strips from prep area.

Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

Observed meat trays stored on floor inside meat walk-in cooler. Instructed manager to elevate all trays six inches off floor.

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

Observed water leaking and ice buildup on compressor unit inside meat prep area. Instructed manager to repair and maintain unit.

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Observed hose connected to sink in meat prep area with no backflow device. Instructed manager to remove and provide backflow device.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Observed missing ceiling tiles in meat prep area. Instructed manager to replace ceiling tiles and maintain.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Found evidence of rodent's activity around food shelves, about 20 rat dropping found behind and between food boxes and bags in food isles. Instructed to eliminate rodents activity in all affected areas, clean and sanitize all food shelves, pest control service recommended. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a)

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed no handwashing signage in the outside public washroom, in the all gender washroom in the bistro and at the handwashing sinks in the dishwash, kitchen/prep, and frontline areas.

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

Observed food items on the floor in the storage area near the walk-in cooler. Instricted to elevate on shelving at least 6" from the floor.

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Observed wiping cloths stored improperly on prep surface area. Instructed to store properly.

In-use utensils: properly stored

Observed in-use utensils stored improperly directly inside food items in prep area. Instructed to store properly.

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Observed no covered receptacles in the washrooms. Instructed to provide.

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Observed dumpster lid(s) not tightly fitted closed. Instricted to correct. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-020(b). Citation issued.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Observed mops stored improperly at the mop sink area and in the washroom.. Instricted to store properly.

All food employees have food handler training

Observed food handler training certificate(s) not posted. Instructed to provide.

Allergen training as required

Observed no food allergen certificate posted for certified food manager. Instructed to provide documentation.

Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

No person in charge on site at time of inspection. Must have a person in charge on site at all times. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-012. Person in charge arrived on site during inspection.

City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

No certified food manager on site while tcs foods were being prepared on site(pork, sausage). Instructed to have a cfm on site at all times while tcs foods are being prepared and served. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-012. Citation issued. Cfm arrived on site approximately 2:20 pm.

Hands clean & properly washed

Observed employees not washing hands before putting on gloves and went directly to preparing food (pork, sausage). Instructed to wash hands immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single- service and single-use articles priority violation. 7-38-010. Citation issued.

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed no hand washing sink located in main prep area. Instructed to install hand washing sink with hot and cold running water connected to city of Chicago plumbing line. Hand sink must also be equipped with soap and paper towels. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-030(c). Citaiton issued.

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

No paper towels at hand washing sink located at juice prep area. Must provide paper towels at hand sink at all times. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-030(c). See above for citation. Employee replenished paper towels at hand sink located at juice station.

Proper cold holding temperatures

Observed shelled white eggs at improper cold holding temperature at 68f. Shelled eggs were sitting out on the counter at room temperature. Tcs foods must be held at 41f or below inside of a cold holding unit. Priority violation. 7-38-005. Citation issued. Food discarded. Food weighing approximately 5 lbs at a cost of $12.00.

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

Observed opened boxes of food stored on the floor near rear door such as whole lettuce head, plaintains and corn husks. Instructed to store food in a clean dry location and at least 6 inches off the floor.

Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Observed sewage backup at 3-compartment sink. Instructed to repair plumbing issue. Priority violation. 7-38-030(c). Citation issued. Plumber arrived on site and corrected plumbing issue. Water is draining into approved drain.

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Observed toilet rooms have standing water on the floors. Must clean and maintain toilet rooms.

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Observed numerous bags of trash throughout the establishment. Instructed to remove trash from the premises and store inside outside dumpster receptacle.